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City of Ghosts
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Book Brief
285
Novel • Fiction
Edinburgh, Scotland • Contemporary
2018
Scholastic
Middle grade
8-12 years
720L
Super Short Summary
In City of Ghosts by V. E. Schwab, Cassidy Blake, who can see and interact with ghosts after a near-death experience, travels with her ghost-hunting parents to Edinburgh, Scotland. There, she encounters a malevolent spirit called the Raven in Red and meets Lara, another person who can cross the Veil. Together, they navigate the dangers of the spirit world, revealing Cassidy's true purpose and the risks that lie ahead.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Fantastical
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
City of Ghosts by V. E. Schwab receives acclaim for its captivating blend of spooky adventure and engaging storytelling. Many readers appreciate the atmospheric setting of Edinburgh and the well-developed, relatable protagonist. However, some critics point out that the plot may feel predictable at times and that the story is relatively simplistic. Overall, it's a delightful read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read City of Ghosts?
Fans of V. E. Schwab's City of Ghosts are typically young adults who enjoy supernatural adventures and gripping stories. Comparable to readers of Ransom Riggs' Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children and Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book, they appreciate eerie but enchanting tales with young protagonists and a touch of the paranormal.
Jacob
Jacob
Cassidy's best friend and companion, who happens to be a ghost, offering humor and camaraderie despite his own mysterious nature and limitations in the physical world.
Lara Jayne Chowdhury
Lara Jayne Chowdhury
A fellow ghost hunter with whom Cassidy forms a friendship; she is poised and experienced in navigating the spirit realm, offering guidance and insight into their shared purpose.
The Raven in Red
The Raven in Red
A spectral villain from Edinburgh folklore, known for her haunting song and nefarious intentions, posing a significant threat to Cassidy as she navigates the Veil.
Mr. and Mrs. Blake
Mr. and Mrs. Blake
Cassidy's parents, renowned paranormal investigators known as “The Inspecters,” who explore and document ghost stories, supporting Cassidy while remaining unaware of her supernatural adventures.
285
Novel • Fiction
Edinburgh, Scotland • Contemporary
2018
Scholastic
Middle grade
8-12 years
720L
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