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Synopsis
When a rash of suicides disturbs Summerton, an oddly perfect tourist town on the west coast of New Zealand, the younger siblings of the dead boys become suspicious and begin an investigation that reveals dark secrets and puts them in grave danger.
Is The Shattering appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
Teens investigate a series of suicides in their seemingly perfect New Zealand town, uncovering dark supernatural forces. Contains themes of suicide, death, and supernatural danger that may be disturbing for younger readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include suicide, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to this suspenseful supernatural mystery where young people must uncover the truth behind their siblings' deaths and confront dark magic.