Finalist, 2024 Society of Midland Authors Award for Children's Fiction
"Irresistible. . . . Rich with exciting clues"!—EDITOR'S PICK, Publishers Weekly Booklife
Twelve-year-old Madeleine "Lainie" Stanton is about to make headlines. She was the first baby born at the new millennium, and a local TV station wants an interview. But when the reporter uncovers the dark history of Lainie's great-grandmother Maddie, who was executed for murder, the interview takes a dangerous turn.
Determined to clear her ancestor's name, Lainie and her two best friends embark on a thrilling race against time. Following clues left by Madeleine herself, they unravel a shocking mystery that has been buried for decades.
Set in a twisty old house, "Maddie's Ghost" is heartwarming upper-middle-grade fiction. With themes of family, friendship, and a touch of humor, this story will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
A must-read for fans of "The Parker Inheritance" and "The Dollhouse Murders."
"This tantalizing tale will engage readers from the first page to the last." —Publishers Weekly Booklife (Editor's Pick)
"A fine mystery with winsome characters and a complicated old house." —Kirkus Reviews
"An exciting exploration of history, justice, and the long-lasting impact of the past." —Readers' Favorite
"A great read with a touch of paranormal for the designated age group and beyond." —Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers
Maddie's Ghost is a story with heart, humor, family, friends, and a mansion with hidden nooks and crannies, from the award-winning author of EDDIE'S WAR and THE BRIDGE DANCERS.
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