Weight | 0.237 kg |
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Dimensions | 197 × 130 × 21 mm |
ISBN | 9780552550475 |
Cover | Paperback |
Publication Year | 2006 |
Publisher | Corgi |
£4.50
Deep Water
Autumn has come to StregaSchloss, and as the days grow dark, an even darker depression has come over the Strega-Borgia family. Ever since the disappearance of their beloved nanny, Mrs. McLachlan, nothing has been the same. To make matters worse, Luciano has been wrongfully charged with her murder and thrown into prison. Never has the family needed Mrs. McLachlan so badly! But with the help of a magical camera and a mysterious silver thread, there may still be hope…
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