This is one of those books if asked to choose a handful to take to a desert island or to pass on to grand children or to rescue from a fire if there were no chance of getting another copy, this would be one I would choose without hesitation. 
 Maggie is an orphan and is sent to live with some Aunts who live in an old school house, the founders of the school were relatives of theirs. The Aunts are not warm or understanding towards Maggie and do not see that Maggie is emotionally traumatised by her loss. Her Uncle Morris is a wonderful character who is the only friend to Maggie. Despite his lovely sense of humour he doesn't see Maggie often and can't provide the loving parenting she needs. Uncle Morris does seem to know about the mystery of the story which is what gets Maggie through this difficult time. 
 The story is beautifully written and very moving, I struggled to read parts aloud they were so sad. The story is very cleverly written, starting forward in time with Maggie looking back, and despite knowing what will happen to Maggie and the title does give you certain clues, what happens in between holds plenty of suprises. 
 The ending is lovely, and despite Maggies sadness you feel there is much hope, and hope too for others in her position. I highly recommend this book.