What Stays Buried

Written by Suzanne Young

A girl races to stop a vengeful ghost before losing her powers and loved ones.

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272 pages· 59,448 words· Est. 8.5 hour read· ~770L

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Bookroo's summary

Calista Wynn, nearly thirteen, faces losing her gift to speak with the dead. As children vanish, she discovers the Tall Lady, a vengeful spirit targeting her town. Only Calista can see and stop this ghostly menace. With time running out, can she save her powers and those she loves, or will the Tall Lady's wrath claim everything?

From the publisher

In her first book for middle grade readers, New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Young brings together a thrilling ghost story, a heartfelt coming of age journey, and a poignant reminder that those we’ve loved and lost are never far away–perfect for fans of Bone Hollow and The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street.Twelve-year-old Calista Wynn will lose her ability to speak with the dead on her thirteenth birthday. And with only a few weeks left, children have started going missing.When Calista meets The Tall Lady–an angry spirit with a grudge against Calista, her family, and the entire town–she knows she’s found the ghost responsible for the disappearances.It’s up to Calista, the only one who can see The Tall Lady, to stop her. If she doesn’t, Calista won’t just lose her powers… she’ll lose everyone she has left.

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