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Junior Ghost Hunters - Case of the Chadwick Ghost
"Hello... are there any ghosts here?"
HAVE YOU EVER wondered why no one that claims to have seen a ghost ever has any evidence of it? You know – some pictures or a video from their cellphone? It's the same with UFO's. There are all these blurry pictures of weird objects in the sky that could be an alien space ship or it could be a toaster. It's tough to tell.
I'm Nathaniel Parker and I think about these things. A lot. I asked my dad once why he thought there wasn't any clear pictures of ghosts. You know what he said?
“Maybe ghosts are just blurry, Natty.” My dad said. Then, he cracked up like he'd said the funniest thing ever. That's my dad, a real comedian.
My friends call me Nate. I'm 12 years old and I'm kind of a nerd. I mean, I like science and stuff, and I read a lot of comic books. If you read comic books, you know why science is so cool. Most of the superheroes out there got to be super thanks to science. Take Spiderman for instance. He got bit by this genetically altered spider and woke up with spider powers. How cool would that be?
Anyway, the point that I was trying to make about ghosts is, that the reason that no one has been able to capture any really good images yet is because the only people who see them are a group of kids going into a haunted house on a dare. They are probably trying to take a picture while they are running away and screaming. That got me thinking about what I would do if I saw a ghost. I’d like to think that I’d walk right up and try to shake its hand but I guess I won't know the answer until I actually see one. But that could be sooner than you think.....
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HAVE YOU EVER wondered why no one that claims to have seen a ghost ever has any evidence of it? You know – some pictures or a video from their cellphone? It's the same with UFO's. There are all these blurry pictures of weird objects in the sky that could be an alien space ship or it could be a toaster. It's tough to tell.
I'm Nathaniel Parker and I think about these things. A lot. I asked my dad once why he thought there wasn't any clear pictures of ghosts. You know what he said?
“Maybe ghosts are just blurry, Natty.” My dad said. Then, he cracked up like he'd said the funniest thing ever. That's my dad, a real comedian.
My friends call me Nate. I'm 12 years old and I'm kind of a nerd. I mean, I like science and stuff, and I read a lot of comic books. If you read comic books, you know why science is so cool. Most of the superheroes out there got to be super thanks to science. Take Spiderman for instance. He got bit by this genetically altered spider and woke up with spider powers. How cool would that be?
Anyway, the point that I was trying to make about ghosts is, that the reason that no one has been able to capture any really good images yet is because the only people who see them are a group of kids going into a haunted house on a dare. They are probably trying to take a picture while they are running away and screaming. That got me thinking about what I would do if I saw a ghost. I’d like to think that I’d walk right up and try to shake its hand but I guess I won't know the answer until I actually see one. But that could be sooner than you think.....
Tags: ghost stories, ghost hunters, ghost hunting, ghosts, ghost, ghost mystery, ghost diaries, ghost tales, ghost detectives, paranormal, ghost busters, ghost squad, goonies, ghost hunter, the real ghostbusters, ghost house, abandoned house, junior detectives, junior books, junior novels, detective mysteries, detective novels, mystery, mystery stories, detective stories, detective series, detective fiction, spooky stories, paranormal activity, children;'s books, children's book, kids books, kids books 9-12
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45 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 27, 2014
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February 11, 2014
Maybe there are ghosts, but it takes the Junior Ghost Hunters to find out for sure. Nate, Lanie, Pete and Gadget have made a club to search for ghosts. Not only are they ghost hunters, but they are pretty smart kids who don't get scared when hunting down the ghosts. This book is a great adventure that kids will love. Not only does it teach friendship but also that being smart and having common sense are good things to have! Great job!
June 1, 2014
The adventure originates as four friends are hanging out in Nate’s room. Nate is twelve years old and an admitted nerd who loves science and comic books. Lanie Talbot, the only female, has recently emigrated from England. Pete, the athlete, rescued Nate from a bully last year. Greg is an electronic genius with the nickname Gadget because he is always inventing things. Greg has just burst into the room with the news that he has seen a ghost in the upstairs window of the abandoned Chadwick house. Initially the group is skeptical, but Nate convinces them that they should investigate. They decide to form a Junior Ghost Hunters Club; their mission to prove or disprove what Gadget claims to have witnessed.
When Nate’s father convinces the real estate agent to allow the group to view the house in question on the next Saturday, their exploration begins. Mrs. Davenport allows them a couple of hours to “do research for a school report.” They are equipped with a digital recorder, flashlight and video camera, the tools of modern ghost hunters. At first, they fail to uncover evidence until Nate picks up a faint voice on the recorder, saying, “Get out of my house.” They are now determined to make a nighttime visit. Coincidentally, the four friends discover that a couple named Barnes are interested in buying the house. Mr. Barnes is undeterred by the childrens’ revelations that the house may be haunted. He invites them to spend the next Saturday night camping out in the living room of his new house.
The courageous group share pizza and then settle down for their adventure. They appear to be at a standstill until Nate remembers something. His computer research will lead him on a trail to uncover the final clues in solving the mystery. Is there a ghost? Who is it? Will the ghost hunters continue their career as sleuths of the paranormal. Tune in for the next book in the series.
The author is targeting his writing toward children nine to twelve. I believe the text is appropriate and readable for that group. Plot and characters are likable and modern detectives who are equipped with the technology expertise twenty-first children expertly employ. As an adult, I was entertained, amused and convinced that the characters are real. They are multicultural and cover both genders. Looks like the beginning of a good middle grade detective series that will possess wide appeal.
When Nate’s father convinces the real estate agent to allow the group to view the house in question on the next Saturday, their exploration begins. Mrs. Davenport allows them a couple of hours to “do research for a school report.” They are equipped with a digital recorder, flashlight and video camera, the tools of modern ghost hunters. At first, they fail to uncover evidence until Nate picks up a faint voice on the recorder, saying, “Get out of my house.” They are now determined to make a nighttime visit. Coincidentally, the four friends discover that a couple named Barnes are interested in buying the house. Mr. Barnes is undeterred by the childrens’ revelations that the house may be haunted. He invites them to spend the next Saturday night camping out in the living room of his new house.
The courageous group share pizza and then settle down for their adventure. They appear to be at a standstill until Nate remembers something. His computer research will lead him on a trail to uncover the final clues in solving the mystery. Is there a ghost? Who is it? Will the ghost hunters continue their career as sleuths of the paranormal. Tune in for the next book in the series.
The author is targeting his writing toward children nine to twelve. I believe the text is appropriate and readable for that group. Plot and characters are likable and modern detectives who are equipped with the technology expertise twenty-first children expertly employ. As an adult, I was entertained, amused and convinced that the characters are real. They are multicultural and cover both genders. Looks like the beginning of a good middle grade detective series that will possess wide appeal.
February 14, 2014
I found this as a free download. While I am well past the recommended age range of 9 to 12 years old, I was looking for something to read in the half hour or so before dinner and decided to give this a try.
A group of children decide to form a ghost hunting club after one of their members sees a mysterious figure in an old uninhabited house. They base their group on one of the ghost debunking/hunter teams that are so common on TV now.
I liked this story for a couple of reasons. The first is that the kids are quite logical in their investigation.They also follow some common sense rules while investigating. For example, they ask permission before going into the haunted house. The suspense is age appropriate. Finally, while the story is directed at 9 to 12 year olds, older individuals can still be entertained by it. This shoulsd be a great book to get kids to enjoy reading.
A group of children decide to form a ghost hunting club after one of their members sees a mysterious figure in an old uninhabited house. They base their group on one of the ghost debunking/hunter teams that are so common on TV now.
I liked this story for a couple of reasons. The first is that the kids are quite logical in their investigation.They also follow some common sense rules while investigating. For example, they ask permission before going into the haunted house. The suspense is age appropriate. Finally, while the story is directed at 9 to 12 year olds, older individuals can still be entertained by it. This shoulsd be a great book to get kids to enjoy reading.
May 21, 2016
This book is amazing. Its kinda spooky with Gadget seeing a ghost in the window and all. But its still really cool. Also hilarious. I recommend this book for 3rd graders. But really, anyone can read it. I'm nearly in 7th grade and I like reading this book over and over.
Its truly the best!
Its truly the best!
May 20, 2015
Love
I liked it so much it made my nipples pop
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I liked it so much it made my nipples pop
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