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Locked in Time
Locked in Time
Author: Lois Duncan
Nore Roberts didn't ask for a new life, but now that her mom is gone and her dad is newly married, she has to settle in at Shadow Grove, the old Civil War mansion her stepfamily calls home. When she meets her stepmother, Lisette, Nore is shocked by her youth and beauty that gives her chills -- and a hint of something sinister. There's ho...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780316195553
ISBN-10: 0316195553
Publication Date: 4/1985
Pages: 210
Reading Level: Young Adult
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  • Currently 4.4/5 Stars.
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4.4 stars, based on 4 ratings
Publisher: Little Brown Co (Juv)
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 0
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DustBunnie avatar reviewed Locked in Time on + 19 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
From the moment Nore Robbins arrives to spend the summer with her father's new family, she senses a creepy feeling of danger. Still , she's impressed by Lisette, his father,s young and beautiful wife, and is instantly attracted to Lisette's son Gabe. Even temperamental young Josie has a certain charm. But in spite of their welcoming gestures. Nore begins to feel uneasy, and notices an unspoken line of communication between Lisette and her children. Nora with her uncanny awareness of time, soon realizes that Shadow Grove is a place where time dosen't seem exist. Somwhow her presence poses a threat to the secret this family is guarding. She wants to make her father understand, but he's mesmerrized by Lisette. How can Nora prove that while time can stand still for some, it;s running out for her?
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Excellent story for young readers, does have some words that might be hard for younger than 12 but can be conquered.
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halie2157 avatar reviewed Locked in Time on + 8 more book reviews
it was very slow to start with, but once i got into it i couldnt stop and the ending was amazing. great read.
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I am nine years old.I love mystery and suspense and this is one of the best I have read!!!I could not put this book down!!
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This takes place in New England. The time! You need to decide that for yourself.This book gives a new meaning to the word -repete- I figured out the plot half way thru but could'nt wait to see how it did end. What a surprise!


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