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Tangerine

Edward Bloor (1997)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.58

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Synopsis

Forty years ago, the beautiful and vivacious pianist Tangerine was brutally murdered by an up-and-coming young gangster known as Williwhat. Now Williwhat is known as William Watson, a powerful real estate magnate and pillar of the community. But the tormented spirit of Tangerine lives on in her beloved piano, biding its time until it can reach out and choose the perfect instrument of revenge.

Is Tangerine appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This supernatural revenge story involves the brutal murder of a woman forty years ago and a vengeful spirit seeking justice. Contains themes of violence, murder, and supernatural horror suitable for mature middle grade to young adult readers.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens will be drawn to this chilling ghost story about a murdered pianist whose spirit haunts her piano, waiting for the perfect chance to get revenge on her killer.

Tags

Ghost StorySupernatural ThrillerUrban Fantasy