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Deep and Dark and Dangerous: A Ghost Story
by Mary Downing Hahn
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Summary:
Deep and Dark and Dangerous is a ghost story novel by Mary Downing Hahn. The story follows 13-year-old Ali, who spends a summer with her aunt and a girl named Sissy at a remote lake house in Maine. Sissy, has been acting strangely, and Ali soon discovers that the lake house has a dark history. As Ali delves deeper into the mystery, she must confront the malevolent spirit that haunts the lake.
Characters:
The main character, Ali, is a likable and relatable protagonist. Her aunt and Sissy, are also well-developed characters. However, the supporting characters feel somewhat one-dimensional.
Trigger Warnings:
This novel deals with themes of grief, loss, and trauma. There are also some intense and frightening scenes that may be disturbing for younger readers.
Overall Review:
Deep and Dark and Dangerous is a solid, middle-grade ghost story. The atmosphere is creepy and immersive, and the mystery is engaging. However, the pacing feels a bit slow, and the supporting characters are underdeveloped. Additionally, the ending feels somewhat rushed and convenient. Overall, I would recommend this novel to fans of ghost stories and atmospheric settings, but it may not stand out from other novels in the genre. Rating: 3/5 stars.
Deep and Dark and Dangerous is a ghost story novel by Mary Downing Hahn. The story follows 13-year-old Ali, who spends a summer with her aunt and a girl named Sissy at a remote lake house in Maine. Sissy, has been acting strangely, and Ali soon discovers that the lake house has a dark history. As Ali delves deeper into the mystery, she must confront the malevolent spirit that haunts the lake.
Characters:
The main character, Ali, is a likable and relatable protagonist. Her aunt and Sissy, are also well-developed characters. However, the supporting characters feel somewhat one-dimensional.
Trigger Warnings:
This novel deals with themes of grief, loss, and trauma. There are also some intense and frightening scenes that may be disturbing for younger readers.
Overall Review:
Deep and Dark and Dangerous is a solid, middle-grade ghost story. The atmosphere is creepy and immersive, and the mystery is engaging. However, the pacing feels a bit slow, and the supporting characters are underdeveloped. Additionally, the ending feels somewhat rushed and convenient. Overall, I would recommend this novel to fans of ghost stories and atmospheric settings, but it may not stand out from other novels in the genre. Rating: 3/5 stars.