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Synopsis
An ancient and terrifying Narragansett native-American legend begins to come true for a teenage long-distance runner, whose recovery from the accident that killed her parents has stunned everyone, including her guardian aunt in Providence, Rhode Island.
Is Whisper in the Dark appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Features themes of parental death, grief, and supernatural horror rooted in Native American mythology. The protagonist faces terrifying supernatural threats while processing trauma from a deadly accident.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, grief, and trauma (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to this atmospheric horror story about a runner who must confront an ancient Native American legend while dealing with the loss of her parents.