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The Haunted

Danielle Vega
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The Haunted

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019

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Danielle Vega

The Haunted

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Stony Hill, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-17 years

Lexile Level

HL710L

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Super Short Summary

In The Haunted by Danielle Vega, a person named Hendricks, new to Drearford, navigates a challenging high school environment while residing in a notorious haunted house. As Hendricks confronts the mysterious hauntings, they uncover the dark secrets of their new home, grappling with both spectral and personal challenges.

Dark

Unnerving

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.0

3,658 ratings

57%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Haunted by Danielle Vega delivers a chilling atmosphere and engaging plot that captivates young adult readers. Positive aspects include its fast pace and vivid, suspenseful scenes. However, some critiques point to predictable twists and one-dimensional characters. Overall, it effectively combines horror elements with teen drama for a thrilling, if occasionally clichéd, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Haunted?

A reader who enjoys The Haunted by Danielle Vega is likely a fan of young adult horror with supernatural elements. They might also appreciate books like Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake and The Dead and the Dark by Courtney Gould, as they all delve into eerie, ghostly tales with a blend of mystery and suspense.

4.0

3,658 ratings

57%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Stony Hill, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-17 years

Lexile Level

HL710L

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