Books Like Ghost Roast
Families who loved Ghost Roast by Shawnelle Gibbs often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Ghost Roast by Shawnelle Gibbs often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your pre-teen is struggling to balance their family's expectations with their own desire to fit in at school. Ghost Roast follows Chelsea, a girl who wants to be popular but is tethered to her father's eccentric business as a ghost hunter. When she discovers she has a genuine paranormal gift, she must decide whether to hide her true self or embrace a legacy that connects her to a forgotten historical injustice. It is an ideal pick for ages 10 to 14, blending supernatural thrills with a grounded exploration of biracial identity, father-daughter bonds, and the courage it takes to stand up for what is right. Parents will appreciate how it uses a high-interest mystery to discuss complex themes of social standing and historical integrity.
