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Synopsis
Katie’s getting a new BFF—whether she likes it or not—in this scary You’re Invited to a Creepover tale. Katie Walsh is majorly bummed when her BFF moves away. But her hopes soar when the new girl at school, Whitney, befriends her right away and invites her to spend the night at her house for a sleepover. Katie loved sleepovers with her old BFF, so she’s sure she will have a great time. But Katie doesn’t have a great time. Something is not quite right at Whitney’s house. Whitney seems really, really into her dolls…and later that night, Katie’s convinced that the dolls are threatening her. The next morning, a freaked-out Katie decides that maybe she hasn’t found a new best friend, after all. Whitney, however, has made up her mind about Katie—they’re going to be best friends forever…no matter what. This too-close-for-comfort friendship tale is ranked a 5 on the Creep-o-Meter.
Is Best Friends Forever appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This middle grade horror features threatening dolls and an obsessive friend who won't take no for an answer. Mild scary imagery and psychological tension, but age-appropriate for tweens who enjoy creepy tales.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment, manipulation, and stalking (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Kids who love scary stories will enjoy this creepy tale about a friendship that goes way too far, complete with menacing dolls.