46 pages • 1 hour read
Skeleton Creek
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Book Brief
187
Novel • Fiction
Oregon • 2000s
2009
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
In Skeleton Creek, 15-year-old Ryan McCray is housebound after an accident and communicates secretly with his friend Sarah Fincher to investigate the eerie history of their town, uncovering secrets about a ghost and a secret society. Their findings, documented in Ryan's journal and Sarah's video diaries, lead them into deeper danger as they uncover a web of mysteries surrounding Skeleton Creek.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Skeleton Creek by Patrick Carman successfully blends traditional book reading with multimedia elements, creating an engaging and interactive reading experience. While praised for its innovative format and compelling mystery, some readers felt the story's pacing could be slow at times. Overall, it is a unique and engaging read, particularly appealing to young adults and fans of mixed-media storytelling.
Who Should Read Skeleton Creek?
Readers who enjoy Skeleton Creek by Patrick Carman are typically teens drawn to mystery, suspense, and multimedia experiences. They might also like R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series for its spooky elements or the interactive elements of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events. Perfect for fans of engaging, multimedia storytelling.
187
Novel • Fiction
Oregon • 2000s
2009
YA
10-14 years
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