Secrets in the Hills

A Josefina Mystery

Kathleen Ernst

Summer Reading Program Prize Selection
Barnes & Noble, 2006

Josefina has heard tales and legends all her life: rumors of gold and silver buried in the hills, and even tales of a ghostly Weeping Woman who haunts the countryside. But she never imagined that such stories might be true--until one day a mysterious stranger arrives at her rancho. This suspenseful tale is set in New Mexico in 1826. The book includes an illustrated "Looking Back" essay and a glossary of Spanish words used in the story.

To read "The Story Behind the Story," click HERE. To read a preview, click HERE.

"This award-winning author adds to her growing list of fabulous books."

-- Mystery Readers Journal

"(Another) winning entry in a popular series. ...Background information is carefully integrated in Josefina's story, which is rich with tales of buried treasure and local traditions, foods, and crafts."

--School Library Journal

(Josefina's) character is compelling and her story is earnest, interesting, and extremely enjoyable.

--Children's Literature

"There's plenty of local color in this exciting addition to the popular series.

--Mystery Scene Magazine

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