Ghostlight
Ghostlight
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Toronto Islands • 1800s
2022
YA
9-14 years
660L
Reviews & Readership
890 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Ghostlight by Kenneth Oppel has been generally well-received for its engaging and suspenseful storytelling. Readers appreciate its vivid settings and well-drawn characters. The novel’s integration of historical elements adds depth, although some feel the pacing lags at times. Overall, it’s praised for maintaining a compelling atmosphere throughout.
Who Should Read Ghostlight?
A reader captivated by Ghostlight by Kenneth Oppel enjoys atmospheric, spooky tales with historical elements. Fans of R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series or Lockwood & Co. by Jonathan Stroud will appreciate its blend of supernatural intrigue and adventure, appealing to middle-grade and young adult audiences seeking thrilling ghost stories.
890 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The book Ghostlight by Kenneth Oppel is inspired by the author's own fascination with the mysterious history of Toronto's Gibraltar Point Lighthouse.
Kenneth Oppel, renowned for his work in children's and young adult literature, began writing stories in his teenage years and had his first book published when he was just 18.
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Oppel's work, including Ghostlight, often blends elements of adventure, fantasy, and historical intrigue, appealing to readers looking for thrilling and imaginative tales.
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Novel • Fiction
Toronto Islands • 1800s
2022
YA
9-14 years
660L
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