THE FORTUNETELLER IN 5B. by Zalben, Jane Breskin.

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THE FORTUNETELLER IN 5B.

Edition: First printing.

New York: Henry Holt, (1991) dj. Hardcover first edition - A story for older children - "When an exotic new neighbor moves into her building, Alexandria, 11, and her best friend Jenny suspect the woman of having supernatural powers. Madame Van Dam bills herself as a spiritual advisor, owns a crystal ball, and has a pet rabbit. Still grieving over the death of her father, Alexandria learns that life goes on, but when the elderly woman discovers the girls have gone through her belongings, she reveals that she is a survivor of a concentration camp for gypsies and Alexandria comes to realize that the pain she still feels is not unique." 148 pp plus author's note. ISBN: 0-80501537X.

Condition: Fine in fine dust jacket.

Book ID: 85310
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