59 pages 1 hour read

V. E. Schwab

City of Ghosts

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

City of Ghosts by V. E. Schwab receives acclaim for its captivating blend of spooky adventure and engaging storytelling. Many readers appreciate the atmospheric setting of Edinburgh and the well-developed, relatable protagonist. However, some critics point out that the plot may feel predictable at times and that the story is relatively simplistic. Overall, it's a delightful read for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read City of Ghosts?

Fans of V. E. Schwab's City of Ghosts are typically young adults who enjoy supernatural adventures and gripping stories. Comparable to readers of Ransom Riggs' Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children and Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book, they appreciate eerie but enchanting tales with young protagonists and a touch of the paranormal.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Lexile Level

720L

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Themes
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil