Twelve-year-old Christina Parsons is sent to live with her fierce uncle and his two sons, Mark and Will, in their decaying mansion, Flambards. Christina discovers a passion for horses and riding but finds herself part of a strange household, divided by emotional undercurrents and cruelty. 1st book in the Flambards series.
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Character focusSingle leadSmall ensembleLarge ensemble
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Written forChildrenMiddle grade
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Reading situationRead aloudTravel
ThemesFriendshipFamily
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