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A String In The Harp by Nancy Bond

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In A String In The Harp, did you enjoy ...

... the blend of magical time elements with real-world family dynamics?

Tom's Midnight Garden by Philippa Pearce

If you loved the way A String in the Harp weaves a magical artifact into the everyday struggles of Peter and his family, you'll be enchanted by Tom's Midnight Garden. Here, Tom discovers a mysterious garden that only exists at midnight, linking his lonely present to the past and offering a deeply emotional journey through time, memory, and healing.

... the gradual unfolding of magic and history in an atmospheric setting?

The Children of Green Knowe by Lucy M. Boston

If you enjoyed the slow, immersive build of magic and Welsh history in A String in the Harp, The Children of Green Knowe will captivate you. Tolly's visit to his great-grandmother's ancient house uncovers gentle encounters with generations past, blending the supernatural with everyday discoveries in a way that invites you to savor every moment.

... ordinary young protagonists discovering ancient magical legacies?

The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper

If Peter's transformation and growing sense of responsibility in A String in the Harp resonated with you, you'll find the journey of Will Stanton in The Dark Is Rising equally compelling. Will must grapple with newfound powers and his role in an age-old struggle, facing challenges that push him beyond what he thought possible.

... siblings working together to uncover secrets from the past?

Over Sea, Under Stone by Susan Cooper

If you enjoyed the ensemble of Peter, Jen, and Barney (and their evolving relationships) as they uncover the past in A String in the Harp, you'll appreciate the camaraderie and teamwork of the Drew children as they search for an ancient artifact tied to Arthurian legend in Over Sea, Under Stone.

... the emotional weight of discovering something magical and life-changing?

Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt

If the bittersweet mix of wonder and responsibility that comes with Peter's discovery of the harp's key in A String in the Harp moved you, Tuck Everlasting offers a similarly poignant exploration. Winnie Foster's encounter with the immortal Tuck family forces her to grapple with profound choices about life, time, and what it means to belong.

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