An engrossing children"s novel which addresses some difficult family issues: Conflict Two young children are teased and bullied by their older step brother. A Friendly face? A visitor with a diary of secrets comes to number five, but she is not everyone"s favourite. Spitefulness Cruel acts of destruction and malice push relationships near to breaking point. Intrigue A mysterious note leads to a night-time rendezvous with dangerous strangers. Vengeance Does the tormentor become the tormented? Suitable for younger KS3