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Synopsis
Following his death at the hands of fellow twelve-year-old, Lord Thomas, Yorik returns as a ghost to protect his sister from a similar fate but soon learns of ancient magical beings, both good and evil, who are vying for power at the Estate.
Is The Death of Yorik Mortwell appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A twelve-year-old boy returns as a ghost after being murdered and must protect his sister from supernatural threats at their estate. Contains on-page child death and dark magical elements appropriate for mature middle grade readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include murder, death of child, death, and grief.
Who'll love this
Kids who like spooky ghost stories with brave heroes protecting their families will find this tale of a boy who becomes a ghost to save his sister thrilling.