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Veil of Shadows

Richard Harrison ()

SubgenreParanormal Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age10

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

As inexplicable occurrences plague the campus—books flying off shelves, chilling whispers echoing in the night, and shadows that dance with malevolent intent—Clara must confront her own fears and with the help of the enigmatic Mr. Edward Hawthorne, she delves into ancient texts and forgotten lore, uncovering a tragic tale of injustice that binds the phantom to its restless state. In a race against time, Clara and her newfound allies must summon the spirit and confront the darkness that threatens to consume them all. Can she unravel the mystery and release the phantom from its sorrowful chains, or will the spectre of the past claim her as its next victim? “Veil of Shadows” is a haunting tale of courage, knowledge, and the battle against unseen forces that test the boundaries of belief and the power of the human spirit.

Is Veil of Shadows appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A supernatural mystery featuring ghostly encounters and campus hauntings with mild peril. Young Clara investigates paranormal occurrences with mentorship, no graphic content.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, grief, and haunted location.

Who'll love this

Readers who love ghost stories and mysteries will enjoy Clara's investigation of haunted campus secrets and her quest to free a trapped spirit.

Tags

GothicGhost StoryMysteryAcademia