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The Ghoul Next Door

The Ghoul Next Door

Published in
2021
3.92
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Description

Eleven-year-old Grey lives in the legend-haunted New England town of Ander’s Landing, and he feels like a pair of eyes is watching him. He discovers odd, gruesome gifts from the graveyard, such as art carved from bones and jewelry made from remains. Soon, Grey is embroiled in a strange mystery involving a race of reclusive subterranean creatures called ghouls, the eaters of the dead. His secret admirer turns out to be a ghoul named Lavinia, and an unlikely friendship forms between them. However, their friendship breaks traditions, and the punishment for this transgression is a fate worse than death. This story is perfect for fans of eerie mysteries and tales of unlikely friendships.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
200 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging supernatural mystery
  • Relatable characters for middle-grade readers
  • Themes of friendship and bravery
  • Introduction to elements of fantasy and magic