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!
xo--
4 comments:
I haven't read any of these, Shelley! They sound so delightfully creepy! Have you read DOLL BONES by Holly Black? Another great Halloween-y MG.
P.S. I tagged you for a fun blog award today! http://www.juliedao.com/2014/10/the-one-lovely-blog-award.html
What great covers! I've been thinking about doing a post about spooky books, too, but I have not yet gotten my act together. Ah, well. I'm glad you did!
I'm reading DOLL BONES by Holly Black. Creepy premise and a fun story! (I see Julie also recommended it. Hi, Julie!)
I read all three of these as well this summer! Such a lovely bunch of scariness. Let me know if you find any more good ones!
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