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Charlotte has always been skeptical of her parents' experiences on their ghost-hunting reality TV show, but after a research trip to Charleston, Charlotte is tormented by angry spirits who want her to help them reconnect with their daughter. Book #1
Quick Summary
If you've ever imagined what would happen if a reality-TV ghost-hunting crew actually stumbled onto something they can't explain, "Past Midnight" puts you right in the middle of that chaos. Charlotte starts out rolling her eyes at her parents' cheesy show, but after a research trip to Charleston she's forced to become the bridge between angry spirits who want to reconnect with a missing daughter and the living world, and the tension ramps up fast. The story balances the slick, often funny world of TV production with genuine spooky moments, giving it a tone that's more thrilling than gory and surprisingly heartfelt. It's a hit with teens who love a quick, suspenseful page-turner but still want a strong, sarcastic teen voice and a dash of family drama. Parents can feel comfortable knowing the scares are more atmospheric than violent, and there's a solid underlying message about listening to the past and taking responsibility. Readers who enjoyed the mix of humor and ghost-hunting in "Lockwood & Co." will find a lot to love here.