A Stranger Came Ashore

by Mollie Hunter

Overview

When Finn Learson staggers out of a stormy sea into a village on the Shetland Isles, he brings a secret with him. While the other villagers are enchanted by the stranger, Robbie suspects he's hiding something. Haunted by tales of the Selkie Folk, Robbie sees the clues everywhere -- the strange coin, the missing ship, Finn's love for Robbie's sister and her golden hair. But can Robbie convince the others in time to save his sister?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782500865
Publisher:	Floris Books
Publication date:	03/20/2014
Series:	Kelpies
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	NOOK Book
Pages:	144
Lexile:	1060L (what's this?)
File size:	225 KB
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

Mollie Hunter (1922-2012) wrote more than 25 novels for children since 1953, incorporating a life-long exploration of Scotland's folklore and history into her stories. She received numerous awards and honours for her books, including the New York Times Outstanding Books of the Year Award, the Boston Globe Horn Book Award and the Carnegie Medal.

Editorial Reviews

'First published nearly forty years ago, Mollie's story remains as intriguing and beguiling as ever.'
– The Scotsman

'Stunning in its blend of local tradition and belief, legend and life.'
– The Guardian

'The haunting mystery of this story grips the reader to the end.'
– Sunday Telegraph

'A fantastic, gripping tale... set on the beautiful, windswept Shetland Isles... they are perennial favourites and deservedly so.'
– Scottish Children's Books

'Strange and chilling... it captures that sense of unease that springs from old, old superstitions that might yet harbour a grain of truth.'
– Den of Geek

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