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    Lara's Special Summer
    Lara's Special Summer
    Lara's Special Summer
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    Lara's Special Summer

    By Mark Goldberg

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    School is out and suddenly seven-year-old Lara has magic powers! Tutored by her talking dog, Sir Basil, Lara learns how to protect her neighborhood from bullies, burglars and more. But her power is a secret and must only be used to help others. If she is found out, the magic is gone. This will be a summer to remember!

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMark Goldberg
    Release dateJul 28, 2010
    ISBN9781452386140
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