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Reach for this book when your child feels a heightened sensitivity to their environment or expresses a lonely burden of responsibility that they cannot quite articulate. It is a sophisticated, atmosphere-heavy story about Alice, a young girl who accidentally awakens a restless spirit in her English town. Unlike many modern ghost stories, this is a psychological exploration of how a child navigates an invisible weight that adults cannot see or understand. It explores themes of bravery, historical connection, and the quiet courage required to fix a problem that belongs entirely to you. While it contains spooky elements, it is ultimately a grounded story about a girl coming into her own strength. It is best suited for mature middle-grade readers who appreciate a slow-burning mystery and a rich, literary writing style.