About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a major life transition, such as moving to a new school or navigating the complexities of a blended family. It is particularly helpful for children who feel resentful toward a parent's new partner or feel cast aside by family changes. The story follows eleven year old Jon Whitcroft, who is sent to boarding school and finds himself hunted by vengeful spirits. Beyond the thrills of the ghost hunt, the heart of the story lies in Jon's emotional growth as he learns to trust others and process his anger toward his mother and her new boyfriend. It is an ideal pick for ages 8 to 12, offering a high stakes adventure that validates a child's feelings of displacement while modeling how courage can be found in unexpected friendships. Parents will appreciate the historical depth and the way the supernatural elements serve as a metaphor for overcoming personal fears.
