The Hunt for the Seventh
The Hunt for the Seventh
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2008
Book Brief
273
Novel • Fiction
Marbury, England • Contemporary
2008
Middle grade
8-12 years
660L
Super Short Summary
In The Hunt for the Seventh, thirteen-year-old Jim Brown follows clues left by the ghosts of six children at the historic Minerva Hall to "find the seventh" child and prevent an ancient prophecy from destroying the village of Sevenstone. Along the way, he uncovers family secrets, navigates supernatural encounters, and grapples with his father's fragile mental state. The book contains scenes depicting grief and harm to children.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
3,306 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
The Hunt for the Seventh by Christine Morton-Shaw captivates readers with its engaging mystery and atmospheric setting. The plot is well-paced and keeps the audience intrigued. However, some critics feel that character development is lacking and the ending could be more satisfying. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of ghost stories and puzzles, despite its minor flaws.
Who Should Read The Hunt for the Seventh?
Readers who would enjoy Christine Morton-Shaw’s The Hunt for the Seventh are typically young adults with a taste for eerie mysteries and supernatural elements. Fans of books like The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman and The Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black will find this novel equally captivating.
3,306 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
273
Novel • Fiction
Marbury, England • Contemporary
2008
Middle grade
8-12 years
660L
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