Recommended Age:
9
+
Best for confident read-aloud listeners who enjoy suspenseful, atmospheric storytelling with character-driven plots.
About the Book
In 1913 rural Missouri, thirteen-year-old Alexander encounters the ghost of a young girl and must help her find peace while navigating the social dynamics of his small town. A gentle, humorous ghost story from a Newbery Medal-winning author. First in the Blossom Culp series.
Content Ratings
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Light Themes
The ghost is a girl who died young and needs help finding peace. The main character must overcome fear and social embarrassment to help her. Themes of death, kindness, and courage are handled with humor and warmth. The tone is more charming than scary.
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Mild Violence
No violence. The ghost is benign and seeking help. The mystery involves a long-ago tragedy but is handled gently.
