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Ophie's Ghosts

Justina Ireland
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Ophie's Ghosts

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

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Justina Ireland

Ophie's Ghosts

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • 1920s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland follows a young girl who discovers she can see ghosts after a tragic event. Navigating her newfound abilities, Ophie works to uncover the mysteries of the spirits around her while dealing with personal and societal challenges of the 1920s.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

4,036 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Justina Ireland's Ophie's Ghosts captivates readers with its rich historical setting and engaging protagonist. The supernatural elements are well-crafted, enhancing the emotional depth and themes of resilience and justice. Some critics find the pacing uneven, but overall, it is a thought-provoking and poignant middle-grade novel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ophie's Ghosts?

Readers who enjoyed Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes or Coraline by Neil Gaiman will likely appreciate Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland. Ideal for middle-grade readers, this book captivates those who enjoy historical fiction with supernatural elements and young protagonists discovering their courage and resilience.

4.5

4,036 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • 1920s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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