Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets and The House of One Hundred Clocks, comes a brand-new thrilling historical mystery of stolen treasure, friendship and deep courage set in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War. The Secret of the Treasure Keepers Synopsisįrom the bestselling and award-winning A.M. A M Howell’s fans will love this new adventure, and it’s one to recommend to fans of Emma Carroll too.Īndrea Reece Find This Book In Suitable For: Can Ruth uncover the truth about the treasure and solve the mysteries of Rook Farm? Set in the bleak winter of 1948, with land and families still damaged by the war, Ruth’s determination and new friendship with Joe helps bring hope and the possibility of brighter days.

With bankruptcy threatening farmer Mary, the stakes are very high. There’s something not quite right about the find though, and it seems to Ruth that the farmer’s son Joe, and Land Girl Audrey have their own hidden secrets. Ruth persuades her mum to visit the farm, deep in the fens, and sure enough, they discover some very precious objects.

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Secret of the treasure keepers