Title: Tunnel of Bones
Author: Victoria Schwab
First published September 3, 2019
304 pages, Paperback
Rating: 4.06
Overview
Cassidy Blake is back and facing more trouble than ever before. This time, she’s in Edinburgh, Scotland, where her parents are filming their new TV show about the city’s most haunted locations.
Joined by her trusty ghost best friend, Jacob, Cassidy is excited to explore the city’s creepy underground vaults. But things take a terrifying turn when she accidentally awakens a malevolent spirit that seems impossible to defeat.
With time running out, Cassidy must use her growing ghosthunting skills and rely on both old and new friends to help her banish the spirit before it’s too late. If she fails, the city of Edinburgh could be haunted forever.
Get ready for a heart-stopping adventure in Tunnel of Bones by Victoria Schwab.
About the Author
Meet Victoria, whose unique background combines a British mother, a Beverly Hills father, and a southern upbringing. Her diverse roots have shaped her speech, resulting in her saying “tom-ah-toes,” “like,” and “y’all.”
Victoria is also an avid storyteller, with a passion for fairy tales, folklore, and stories that challenge our perception of reality. These tales leave her pondering if the world is truly what it appears to be.
Editoral Review
Victoria Schwab’s Tunnel of Bones is a thrilling addition to the middle-grade horror genre that is sure to captivate both young and adult readers alike. The book, published on September 3, 2019, is the second installment in the Cassidy Blake series and takes readers on a spine-chilling adventure set in the city of Paris.
Schwab is known for her mesmerizing writing style and incredible world-building skills, and Tunnel of Bones is no exception. A New York Times best-selling author, she has created a dark and eerie tale that will keep you up late at night, with vivid imagery and an intricate plot that will leave you mesmerized from beginning to end.
The book follows the story of Cassidy Blake, a young girl who has the unique ability to see ghosts. She travels to Paris with her parents, who are paranormal investigators, to explore the city’s haunted sites for their TV show.
However, things take an unexpected turn when Cassidy accidentally awakens a dangerous ghost and gets trapped in the catacombs, a network of underground tunnels filled with the dead. Schwab has a talent for creating dynamic and realistic characters, and Tunnel of Bones is no exception.
Cassidy is a relatable and likable protagonist, who is brave and quick-witted. The other characters, such as Jacob, Cassidy’s best ghost friend, and her parents, are well developed and add depth to the story.
The setting of the book is also expertly crafted, with Schwab’s descriptions of the eerie catacombs and the city of Paris adding an extra layer of depth to the story. She skillfully blends real-world locations and paranormal elements, creating a sense of realism that makes the spine-tingling moments even more intense.
One of the book’s strengths is the way it addresses important themes such as friendship, family, and grief. Cassidy’s inner turmoil is expertly portrayed, adding an emotional resonance to the tale that will resonate with readers of all ages.
Tunnel of Bones is not without its flaws, however. Some readers might find the pacing to be slow at times, and the plot can be a bit predictable in places.
Additionally, some might argue that the book’s horror elements are too tame for older readers. Overall, Tunnel of Bones is a thrilling and captivating read that is sure to delight fans of the horror genre.
With its skillful storytelling, vivid imagery, and well-crafted characters, it is a perfect pick for anyone looking for a spooky, entertaining read. We highly recommend this book to middle-graders and anyone looking for a good scare.
We give Tunnel of Bones a solid four out of five stars.
