S D L Wood

The Young Communicator S D L Wood

When young Cara moves to a new home with her family, and discovers some diaries under the floorboard of her new bedroom, life goes pretty crazy. Faced with challenges, mysteries, and adventures, Cara finds herself unable to sleep and anxious. The more she reads of Suzann's diaries (from 50 years' previous), the more Cara's life begins to mirror hers. Along with her friend, Alicia, this leads to an intriguing day at Durley Manor, where they discover that Suzann's descriptions of the fascinating place, and its inhabitants, are eerily accurate. Suzann's friendship with Hugo, the boy who lives at Durley Manor with his family, leads to excitement and trouble. Meanwhile, back in the 21st Century, Cara and her mum discover that Cara's father, a soldier, is missing in action. This exhilarating and captivating read is full of ups and downs to keep your eyes on the page from the very beginning. With its paranormal threads, sneaky attempts to steal valuable paintings, two different time zones, psychic powers, Ouija boards, coincidences and ghostly goings-on at Durley Manor, you really won't be able to put this book down. Although it's a mystery book aimed at 9-13 year olds, this will appeal to teenagers as much as adults. If you love mystery books, you're going to love The Young Communicator.