Agnes Cecilia: a Singular History

«Agnes Cecilia: a Singular History» is a charming novel by Swedish writer Maria Gripe that will immerse you in a world of mystery, magic, and family secrets. The main character of the book, 10-year-old girl Agnes Cecilia, moves with her parents to an old house in Stockholm. Mystical events begin to happen in the new home: the girl hears mysterious sounds, finds unusual objects, and has strange dreams at night. Later, Agnes meets the boy Jurmoo, who lives next door. Together they uncover the secret of the old building and learn about its connection to the past. They have to unravel the secret of the disappearance of the former inhabitant of the house, Madame Bark, and find the treasure she hid.

This is an exciting story for those who believe and feel that the human world consists not only of visible objects, but also of premonitions, dreams and mysterious signs. For those who can hear the grass growing...