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Ghosts I Have Been

Richard Peck
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Ghosts I Have Been

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001

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Richard Peck

Ghosts I Have Been

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Illinois • Early 1900s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

830L

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Super Short Summary

Ghosts I Have Been by Richard Peck is a novel about a young person named Blossom Culp who possesses psychic abilities. Set in the early 1900s, Blossom navigates adventures involving ghostly encounters and time travel, using her gifts to uncover mysteries and help others, providing a compelling mix of historical and supernatural elements.

Mysterious

Humorous

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

2,362 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ghosts I Have Been by Richard Peck is celebrated for its witty prose and engaging narrative, balanced with historical context and supernatural elements. Critics appreciate the character depth and humor, though some mention pacing issues. The book is well-regarded for its blend of mystery and adventure, appealing to younger audiences while presenting thoughtful themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ghosts I Have Been?

A reader who enjoys Ghosts I Have Been by Richard Peck likely appreciates historical settings, supernatural elements, and coming-of-age tales. Fans of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle or The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman may find this book engaging due to its blend of adventure, mystery, and whimsy.

4.4

2,362 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Illinois • Early 1900s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2001

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

830L

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