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Identical twins Elizabeth and Jessica think the Mercandy mansion is haunted and that new student Nora Mercandy might be a witch, but Elizabeth wants to find out if the rumors are true. Book #4
Quick Summary
Looking for a quick, light mystery that won't keep early readers up at night? Elizabeth and Jessica, a pair of identical twins, get tangled in a rumor that the new girl next door lives in a haunted mansion and might be a witch, and the story follows their misadventures as they try to figure out what's really going on. It's got just enough spooky atmosphere flickering lights, creaky doors to give kids a thrill without crossing into truly scary territory, and the humor comes from the twins' goofy antics and the way they jump to wild conclusions. The chapters are short, the sentences are simple, and there are occasional illustrations that break up the text, making it a breeze for kids who are just getting comfortable with chapter books. If your kid enjoys the mix of friendship, mild mystery, and a dash of the supernatural that shows up in "The Boxcar Children" or the "Jigsaw Jones" series, this one will be a hit, especially for readers who love a good ghost story without the nightmares.