About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the complexities of empathy, specifically when they are old enough to look past a person's outward behavior to find the hidden loneliness beneath. It is a perfect choice for kids who may feel intimidated by 'classic' literature but love a good ghost story that balances spooky atmosphere with genuine humor. This Usborne adaptation of Oscar Wilde's classic introduces the Otis family, who move into a haunted English manor and refuse to be frightened by the resident ghost. While the twins play pranks on the spirit, it is young Virginia who realizes the ghost is tired and longing for peace. Through her kindness, the story explores deep themes of forgiveness, the weight of the past, and the courage it takes to help someone who is suffering. It is a gentle, accessible entry point into Victorian storytelling that emphasizes that true bravery is often found in compassion rather than confrontation.
