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Description
Nine-year-old Abby anticipates a quiet summer in her home, but her plans change when she encounters an angry ghost. The ghost, intent on reclaiming a stolen music box, involves Abby, her nervous baby-sitter, and her older brother in a mysterious adventure. Together, they must unravel the secret behind the music box and the ghost's presence.
Quick Summary
"Haunted Summer" turns an ordinary summer into a thrilling supernatural showdown when a shy nine-year-old and her nervous babysitter team up against a ghost who refuses to stay in the past. Young readers will devour the clever cat-and-mouse game between three scaredy-cats and a determined spirit who won't rest until she gets her music box back. If your kid loves the mystery and friendship vibes of "Cam Jansen" or the spooky but wholesome stories like "The Boxcar Children," they'll be glued to these pages. This 4.0 AR-level mystery is perfect for kids in grades 3 through 6 who love spooky but not scary stories.