Serafina and the black cloak
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Date
2020-07-26
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Disney Book Group;Disney-Hyperion
Abstract
"Never go into the deep parts of the forest, for there are many dangers there, and they will ensnare your soul." Serafina has never had a reason to disobey her pa and venture beyond the grounds of the Biltmore estate.There's plenty to explore in her grand home, although she must take care to never be seen. None of the rich folk upstairs know that Serafina exists; she and her pa, the estate's maintenance man, have secretly lived in the basement for as long as Serafina can remember. But when children at the estate start disappearing, only Serafina knows who the culprit is:a terrifying man in a black cloak who stalks Biltmore's corridors at night. Following her own harrowing escape, Serafina risks everything by joining forces with Braeden Vanderbilt, the young nephew of the Biltmore's owners. Braeden and Serafina must uncover the Man in the Black Cloak's true identity...before all of the children vanish one by one. Serafina's hunt leads her into the very forest that she has been...
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"Serafina and the Black Cloak" by Robert Beatty is a middle-grade fantasy novel that follows Serafina, a 12-year-old girl who lives secretly in the basement of the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. When children begin disappearing from the estate, Serafina must confront the mysterious man in the black cloak who is responsible. Using her wits, courage, and a bit of magic, Serafina uncovers hidden truths about her own identity and the dark forces threatening the estate. The book combines elements of mystery, adventure, and supernatural intrigue, creating an engaging and suspenseful story for young readers.