Texas Gothic cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 5.4
Points 15.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 97673
Points per Word 0.000154
Page Count 406
Points per Page 0.036946

Description

Seventeen-year-old Amy makes her family of witches seem somewhat normal to others, but while caring for her aunt's farm, Amy becomes the centre of weirdness when she becomes tied to a powerful ghost.

Quick Summary

Seventeen-year-old Amy, a witch from a family of witches, finds herself tied to a powerful ghost while caring for her aunt's Texas farm, turning her summer job into a supernatural nightmare. The Story of Brer Rabbit and The Wonder Team and the Forgotten Footballersful Tar Baby explores family secrets, the challenges of being different, and the balance between normal teenage life and magical responsibilities. If your teen likes "The Thirteenth Tale" by Diane Setterfield, they'll love this blend of Southern gothic atmosphere with a modern teen protagonist who uses her witch heritage to solve mysteries. This book is perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy paranormal fiction with humor, strong family dynamics, and a strong female lead.