The Riddle of Penncroft Farm

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Lars Olafson moves with his parents to the old family farm near Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, to live with his aged aunt Cass. Lars is miserable—until he meets Geordie, a ghost whose stories of the Revolutionary War are as exciting as those of an eyewitness. When Aunt Cass dies suddenly, Lars is faced with a mystery linked to the Revolutionary War—and Geordi’s ghostly stories are his only chance of solving it.Can an eighteenth-century ghost help a modern kid solve a puzzle that links both their worlds? A Ghostly Eyewitness: Not just any ghost story! Geordie was there for the American Revolution, and he tells Lars everything about the secret history of Valley Forge. History Comes to Life: Perfect for fans of historical fiction and time travel adventures, this award-winning book makes learning about the past an exciting puzzle to solve. A Missing Will Mystery: After his great-aunt Cass dies, Lars must find her missing will. The only clues are hidden in Geordie’s stories from over 200 years ago. Coming of Age Adventure: A heartfelt story about a boy adjusting to a new home, making an unlikely friend, and discovering that the past is closer than he ever imagined. Show more