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When fifteen-year-old Lexi's younger sister, Kasey, begins behaving strangely and their old Victorian house seems to take on a life of its own, Lexi investigates and discovers some frightening facts about previous occupants of the house. Book #1
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves a spooky mystery with real heart, this one's a winner Lexi is a relatable, slightly sarcastic teen who notices her little sister Kasey is acting super weird, like drawing creepy pictures and speaking in a voice that isn't quite hers, and the old Victorian house they're living in feels off in ways that are hard to explain. The book balances genuine scares with moments that made me laugh out loud, and there's a sweet sisterly dynamic underneath all the creepy stuff that makes you genuinely root for Lexi to figure out what's happening. It's perfect for readers who liked "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" or "Greenglass House" because it has that same mix of atmosphere and puzzle-solving, though this one leans more toward spooky than fantasy. There's some mild supernatural stuff and a few genuinely creepy moments, so it's more "fun scary" than truly disturbing, and the mystery keeps you guessing until the end. It's the first book in a series, so if your kid devours it (which they probably will), there's more to dive into right away.