Title: School Spirits
Author: Rachel Hawkins
First published May 14, 2013
297 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9781423148494 (ISBN10: 1423148495)
Rating: 3.93
Overview
Izzy Brannick is not your average teenager. She comes from a long line of monster hunters and was trained to fight supernatural creatures.
But when her older sister disappears, Izzy’s mom decides they need a break from the dangerous job. They move to a seemingly normal town, but strange things start happening at the local high school.
Izzy can’t resist the urge to investigate, but blending in with the other students is harder than she thought. As she tries to solve the mystery behind the hauntings, she’s forced to make new friends and maybe even fall in love.
Will Izzy be able to trust her new friends to help her before it’s too late? Rachel Hawkins’ School Spirits is a captivating spin-off filled with magic, humor, and romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
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Editoral Review
In School Spirits, Rachel Hawkins takes readers on a supernatural journey of high school drama, romance, and ghostly haunts. Published on May 14, 2013, the book is a delightful page-turner that will keep readers hooked from the very first chapter until its climactic finale.
Rachel Hawkins, the author of the popular Hex Hall series, is known for her captivating young adult novels that combine magic, romance, and action. In School Spirits, she once again delivers a charming and fast-paced tale set in an elite prep school, revealing the secret life of supernatural beings and the humans who interact with them.
The novel follows the story of a teenage girl named Izzy Brannick, who comes from a long line of monster hunters. She is sent to a new school, Dubois Academy, to investigate a ghost who has been causing havoc.
Along the way, she meets Dex, a mischievous ghost hunter come reluctantly teacher, who becomes Izzy’s closest ally in her quest to uncover the truth about the ghosts haunting the academy. Hawkins excels at creating quirky and relatable characters who are easy to empathize with.
Izzy is a strong and brave female protagonist, who is not afraid to fight for what she believes in despite the risks. Dex, on the other hand, is a charming and witty character, whose humor and smart-ass remarks lighten up the mood of the story.
The book’s intriguing plot, ominous setting, and supernatural elements all blend together seamlessly, creating an immersive reading experience. The pacing is well-balanced, and the action keeps readers engrossed throughout.
Hawkins also interweaves themes of identity, loss, and loyalty into the story, making it more complex and thought-provoking. However, despite its many strengths, School Spirits is not without flaws.
Some readers may find the storyline predictable and the characters somewhat stereotypical. Additionally, the romantic subplot feels rushed and not fully developed.
Overall, School Spirits is a captivating and entertaining read that will satisfy young adult fans of fantasy and supernatural genres. It is a witty and engrossing novel that will keep readers hooked and leave them with a sense of satisfaction by the book’s end.
It deserves a commendable four out of five stars, and is perfect for those looking for an enjoyable young adult book with a supernatural twist.
