The Ghost of Spruce Point

Name: The Ghost of Spruce Point
Brand: Simon & Schuster NZ
SKU: 9781534486126
Price: 21.99 NZD
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By Nancy Tandon

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Summary

The Ghost of Spruce Point by Nancy Tandon follows the story of a young protagonist who embarks on an adventurous quest to uncover the mysteries surrounding a historic location. Set against the backdrop of Spruce Point, the narrative weaves together elements of friendship, courage, and the supernatural, as the characters face thrilling challenges. This children's book cleverly combines mystery and excitement, offering an engaging journey into the unknown.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful children's story if you're fascinated by heartwarming tales of friendship, adventure, and mystery. This book might appeal to young readers intrigued by ghostly secrets and the excitement of solving puzzles, all set against the backdrop of a picturesque seaside town.

Description

A young boy must unravel a curse to save his family’s beloved Maine motel in this spooky, “tightly paced” (Publishers Weekly) middle grade novel sure to delight fans of Whispering Pines and The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street!

Twelve-year-old Parker has grown up in his family’s Home Away Inn, nestled on a wooded peninsula in Maine called Spruce Point. His best friend, Frankie, has been staying at the inn every summer for years with her family. Together, they’ve had epic adventures based out of a nearby old treehouse that serves as their official headquarters for Kids Confidential Meetings.

But lately, business at the inn hasn’t been great, and Parker is pretty sure he knows why. It’s long been rumoured that Mrs. Gruvlig, one of the few year-rounders on Spruce Point, has unique abilities of the supernatural kind. And Frankie is absolutely sure she saw a ghost on Mrs. Gruvlig’s property! As more and more spooky happenings occur around the Point, Parker and Frankie are convinced Spruce Point has been officially cursed.

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The Ghost of Spruce Point is praised for its engaging mystery, set in a vividly depicted locale with authentic character interactions. Reviewers appreciate the urgent present-tense narration and rich sensory details, which create an initial atmosphere of suspense, though the focus soon shifts to a realistic depiction of friendships. The narrative is described as tightly paced with a blend of supernatural mystery and a summer camp ambience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781534486126

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Aladdin

Edition: Reprint

Illustration: f-c gloss uv cover w- 5th color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 225g

Pages: 336

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Nancy Tandon Young Adult

About the Author

Nancy Tandon is a former teacher and speech/language pathologist who now writes for children full time. Her work has been awarded by the Shoreline Arts Alliance and New England Chapter of SCBWI.