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Description
Clara and her swim team feel refreshed after their retreat. Upon their return, weird things happen. Clara confesses that they tried to summon a spirit.
Quick Summary
If your child loves a dash of mystery mixed with goofy humor, The Lady from the Caves is a quick, satisfying pick. It follows Clara and her swim team after a retreat, when they return to find strange things happening around the pool and school, and Clara admits they tried to summon a spirit as a prank. The story is spooky enough to give a few thrills but never gets too scary, making it perfect for readers who want a light scare without nightmares. Its short length under 8,000 words keeps the pace tight, so even reluctant readers can finish it in a sitting. The friendship and teamwork among the characters add heart, while the humor keeps the tone light and fun. If your kid enjoys the mix of humor and mild spookiness found in R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series, they'll likely love this one too.