About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is beginning to grapple with the permanence of death or expresses a fascination with the 'hidden worlds' of the city. It serves as a compelling entry point for discussing the weight of responsibility and the importance of empathy for those who are suffering or unheard. The story follows Ben Harvester, a thirteen-year-old who discovers that his unique ability to see the dead comes with a heavy calling: joining a secret organization that guides lost souls to peace. While it is an urban fantasy with plenty of tension and spooky atmosphere, the heart of the book is about the courage required to stand up for what is right, even when faced with powerful, sinister forces. It is best suited for ages 9 to 13, particularly for children who enjoy a mix of supernatural mystery and moral complexity. Parents will appreciate how it frames the transition from childhood innocence to the more complicated, sometimes dark, realities of the adult world.
