Christina's Ghost
Christina's Ghost
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Haunted house, Wisconsin • 1980s
1987
YA
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
In Christina's Ghost by Betty Ren Wright, a young girl named Christina spends the summer with her uncle in a spooky old house. She encounters mysterious hauntings and eventually uncovers secrets about the ghostly presence. The story involves themes of bravery, mystery, and connection with the supernatural.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
2,963 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Christina's Ghost by Betty Ren Wright captivates with its suspenseful plot and well-crafted atmosphere, appealing to young readers who enjoy ghost stories. The protagonist's relatable struggles add depth, but the predictable resolution may lessen the impact for some. Overall, it's a charming introduction to paranormal fiction for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read Christina's Ghost?
A reader who enjoys Christina's Ghost by Betty Ren Wright likely appreciates eerie mysteries and stories about young protagonists confronting supernatural elements. Fans of Mary Downing Hahn's Wait Till Helen Comes or John Bellairs's The House with a Clock in Its Walls would find this book appealing.
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Loved it
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Originally published in 1985, Christina's Ghost has become a beloved children's mystery and ghost story, often used in school curriculums to encourage young readers.
Betty Ren Wright, the author of Christina's Ghost, has published numerous books and is especially known for her ability to weave suspenseful tales aimed at middle-grade readers.
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The novel's illustrations, created by Trina Schart Hyman, contribute significantly to the eerie and atmospheric tone of the book, enhancing the reader's experience.
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Novel • Fiction
Haunted house, Wisconsin • 1980s
1987
YA
8-12 years
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