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Spirit Hunters

Ellen Oh
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Spirit Hunters

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Ellen Oh

Spirit Hunters

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

281

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Washington, D.C. • Contemporary

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh follows a young person named Harper who moves to a new home that is haunted. As they unravel the mystery of their new environment, they discover hidden family secrets and develop their own spirit-hunting abilities to protect their loved ones from supernatural threats.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Adventurous

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

4,239 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh is praised for its engaging and suspenseful plot, appealing to young readers interested in supernatural themes. The protagonist's journey is compelling, with a strong focus on family and cultural heritage. Some critics feel the storyline is predictable at times, but the descriptive writing and well-crafted characters leave a lasting impression.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Spirit Hunters?

Readers who enjoy Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh are typically fans of middle-grade horror and mystery with a touch of cultural heritage. If you enjoyed books like The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman or Goosebumps by R.L. Stine, you’ll likely appreciate the blend of suspense, supernatural elements, and family themes in Oh's work.

4.3

4,239 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

281

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Washington, D.C. • Contemporary

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

680L

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