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Synopsis
"Was that a g-g-ghost? No way! Alex didn't believe in such things! But when a ghost scares Alex half to death on the beach at Treasure Island, San Luis Pass, in Texas, he begins to change his mind. Why does the ghost keep wailing 'Malhado'? Why does he carry that revolting cow skull? And why does he whisper about buried treasure? When Juliann, from the beach house next door, decides to help Alex answer those questions, a mysterious ghost lady frightens them both - and she even knows their names! As Alex and Juliann discover the exciting history of Treasure Island, they learn that there just might be some treasure to be found"--Back cover
Is The Ghosts of Malhado appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This is a gentle ghost mystery suitable for middle grade readers, featuring two kids investigating friendly (if scary-looking) ghosts and historical treasure on a Texas beach. No violence or mature content.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids who love mysteries and ghost stories will enjoy following Alex and Juliann as they uncover the secrets behind haunted Treasure Island and search for buried treasure.