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Ruth spends the summer in Newfoundland, where she meets her cousin Ruby, whom she never knew about. The girls learn of a curse that has killed generations of twins in their family, including their mothers. Ruth and Ruby delve into their family history to break the curse. Sleepy but secret-laden Newfoundland is the perfect setting for this delightfully creepy, satisfying tale.