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Gr 6–9—This unsettling tale starts out as a realistic friendship story but merges into fantasy/horror. With a dad who makes puppets for a living, Gabe is used to being teased by his classmates. After a devastating fire causes his family to move, however, he starts to experience a surge in reputation, though this popularity com...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Realistically captures the transition between childhood and adolescence; Gabe is starting to outgrow playing make-believe in the woods, while his friend Seth isn’t. Dan Poblocki’s writing is direct and detailed, while effectively evoking a feeling of dread: “The floor squeaked again. Th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More