About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle schooler is craving a spooky mystery that goes deeper than just jump scares. It is an ideal choice for children grappling with the weight of family secrets or those curious about how the past shapes the present. The story follows thirteen year old Ali as she uncovers a dark family history involving a tragic drowning and a hidden photograph during a summer at a Maine lake house. While the book provides plenty of eerie atmosphere and supernatural tension, it is grounded in very real emotional themes of guilt, sisterly estrangement, and the consequences of bullying. It is perfectly suited for readers aged 9 to 13 who enjoy a 'chilling but safe' horror experience. Parents will appreciate the way it addresses the importance of honesty and the long term impact of our choices on others.
