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Ghost Detectors #7

by Dotti Enderle

Malcolm and Dandy have added a new gadget to their ghost hunting gear - X-Specs!  These miraculous glasses are supposed to have X-ray vision, but all they seem to do is hypnotize whoever looks at them. This comes in handy when the boys battle some vicious bubblegum that's snuck into their Halloween treats. Who's controlling the creeping confection? It'll take all of the ghost detecting tools to pop this case. Calico Chapter Books is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades 2-5.

80 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

I'm the author of literally (get it) dozens of books for children.

Born in Killeen, Texas on a cold January day in 1954. My family moved around a lot, allowing me to, over the years, live on a farm, in an historic home and always near rivers or bayous. My playthings were hula-hoops, old typewriters and a wooden leg named Charlie. (Yep, you read that right.) If you want a true glimpse of my childhood dreams, read my novel, Man in the Moon. The character Janine allows you inside my young mixed-up mind.

I’ve lived most of my life in Houston and still live there today. You’ll find me here reading, writing and smiling.

Reviews

[Jay · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked that this one was rather different than the ones before. It breaks from the "find a ghost and figure out how to deal with it" plot, instead dealing with a weird cursed item that I don't want to reveal (though since the cover of the book gives a clue, maybe I don't need to be that careful). This book was markedly spookier than the previous ones, while still having very funny lines. I'm excited about reading the next one now.