I don't know what the deal was, but I ended up reading three scary middle-grade novels right in a row this summer. Each made my spine tingle in a different way. I started with:
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| Great cover, yes? |
This book puts the creep in creepy. I remember thinking as I read it in July that is would be a perfect October read--it totally screams Fall. It's author, J.A. White, also managed several surprises in this book which blew me away.
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| I adore this cover, too. Something about the branches... |
The first page of this book completely captivated me. I could NOT put it down. And yeah, it is best read during the daylight hours if you are a chicken like me. Well done, Aaron Starmer!
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| Again with the branches. I am a sucker for branches. |
This one took me far away--incredibly mysterious circumstances. And Jonathan Auxier managed to make me care about his characters from the get-go, which them made me want them to GET OUT OF THAT HOUSE NOW! But of course, they didn't. *cue evil laughter*
Anyway, if you are looking for a book filled with suspense and chills, you can't go wrong with THE THICKETY, THE RIVERMAN, or THE NIGHT GARDENER.
Happy reading!
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