Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
6.1
Points
4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
27777
Points per Word
0.000144
Page Count
112
Points per Page
0.035714
Description
Mrs. Tucker and her dog Hector move to a lonely cottage on the Broad. But soon they have unexpected, unwanted company.
Quick Summary
Patricia Wrightson weaves a spine-tingling tale of a woman and her dog who discover mysterious visitors in their new remote home. Kids will be drawn into the creeping tension and the heartwarming bond between Hector and Mrs. Tucker as they face the unknown together. If your kid likes the spooky atmosphere of "Coraline" or the pet adventures in "Shiloh", they'll devour this atmospheric mystery. Perfect for kids in grades 6-8 who enjoy light supernatural stories with a mix of suspense and heart.