Something Upstairs
Something Upstairs
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Horror & SuspenseProvidence, Rhode Island • 1800s
1997
YA
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
In Something Upstairs by Avi, a person named Kenny Huldorf moves to an old house in Providence, Rhode Island, where he encounters the ghost of a young person named Caleb. Together, they unravel Caleb's mysterious past and the circumstances surrounding his death, delving into themes of history, friendship, and justice while navigating time and the supernatural.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Dark
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
3,187 ratings
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Review Roundup
Something Upstairs by Avi receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers commend its engaging historical elements and the intriguing time-travel premise, which captivate young audiences. However, some critique the character development as lacking depth and the pacing as uneven. The novel successfully fosters curiosity about history but may not satisfy readers seeking complex narratives.
Who Should Read Something Upstairs?
A reader who enjoys Something Upstairs by Avi likely appreciates historical fiction intertwined with mystery and the supernatural. Fans of The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick and Time Warp Trio series by Jon Scieszka would relish its engaging narrative and imaginative storytelling, appealing to middle-grade readers interested in time travel and history.
3,187 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
128
Novel • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
Horror & SuspenseProvidence, Rhode Island • 1800s
1997
YA
8-12 years
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