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The Power of Three
“Polen weaves an imaginative paranormal tale brimming with engaging characters, thrilling action, and well-crafted suspense. Perfect for fans of Supernatural and Grimm, The Power of Three will keep you on the edge of your seat until you turn the final page.” –Jane McGarry, fantasy author
Yesterday, a curse. Today, an inheritance. Tomorrow…may never come.
Beck Teller's family bounced from one rental to another his entire life. When his father inherits an ancestral home, he and his siblings are thrilled to finally settle down, especially somewhere his family has roots. And those roots run deep—right to the on-site family cemetery where tombstone dates prove too many members met untimely fates.
When Beck and his two brothers begin experiencing inexplicable things, they grasp for practical explanations. Then their little sister gets a warning from beyond the grave, and the time for rationalizing is over. They pledge to protect their family and set out to identify the source of the danger and a means to defeat it.
They never expected to discover their house is haunted by a vengeful spirit who has vowed to destroy every descendant in the Teller line.
Centuries earlier, three Teller brothers battled the evil entity. Since then, her wrath has caused generations of suffering and untimely deaths. Now, three more Teller brothers will stand against this wicked being. But this time, the curse must be broken. If they win the final fight, they'll banish the malevolent force forever. But if they lose, their family line ends…and they unleash hell on Earth.
Yesterday, a curse. Today, an inheritance. Tomorrow…may never come.
Beck Teller's family bounced from one rental to another his entire life. When his father inherits an ancestral home, he and his siblings are thrilled to finally settle down, especially somewhere his family has roots. And those roots run deep—right to the on-site family cemetery where tombstone dates prove too many members met untimely fates.
When Beck and his two brothers begin experiencing inexplicable things, they grasp for practical explanations. Then their little sister gets a warning from beyond the grave, and the time for rationalizing is over. They pledge to protect their family and set out to identify the source of the danger and a means to defeat it.
They never expected to discover their house is haunted by a vengeful spirit who has vowed to destroy every descendant in the Teller line.
Centuries earlier, three Teller brothers battled the evil entity. Since then, her wrath has caused generations of suffering and untimely deaths. Now, three more Teller brothers will stand against this wicked being. But this time, the curse must be broken. If they win the final fight, they'll banish the malevolent force forever. But if they lose, their family line ends…and they unleash hell on Earth.
236 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2024
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Teri Polen
8 books177 followersTeri Polen is the author of young adult horror, science fiction, and fantasy novels. Sarah, her debut novel, was a horror finalist in the 2017 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. ReadFREE.ly named Subject A36 one of the 50 Best Indie Books of 2020. An avid reader, movie watcher, and chocolate lover, Teri lives in Bowling Green, KY with her husband and Feline Overlord, Bond. Visit her at TeriPolen.com or on Instagram @Tpolen6
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March 24, 2025
I didn’t know this one was YA until after I requested it from NetGalley. My problem with most YA horror is that it’s usually written with way too much YA and very little horror. This one had a promising cover, so I thought I’d give it a go. No such luck. The Power of Three comes across like an old “after-school special” from back in the day crossed with a Lifetime movie with syrupy sweet characters and bad acting. Polen’s story is full of all the typical haunted house cliches — mysterious appearances, voices, youngest sibling talking to an invisible friend — yet everyone easily dismisses them. We’ve all seen this story done repeatedly and with much better (and believable) execution. There isn’t one ounce of plausible grit in all the brothers. Every one of them are two-dimensional cookie cutter variations with no depth.
As I’m sure you’ve figured out, this one wasn’t for me. If you’re into this type of story, you may have a completely different take on it than I did. From reading the reviews, other reviewers fell into that category. For me, I really wish NetGalley wouldn’t lump YA stories in with adult horror. It would save everyone a lot of time and confusion.
As I’m sure you’ve figured out, this one wasn’t for me. If you’re into this type of story, you may have a completely different take on it than I did. From reading the reviews, other reviewers fell into that category. For me, I really wish NetGalley wouldn’t lump YA stories in with adult horror. It would save everyone a lot of time and confusion.
December 19, 2024
Spooky house, ghosts and curse. Sign me up. And Power of Three did not disappoint.
Written from a teen aged boy's POV, Beck, was a new one for me as I tend to read female lead books, but I enjoyed Beck's story telling. Beck, Gib and Lex have very unique characters and voices and each brough something new to the story.
At first was a little concern about a sweet little sister character and worried she would be all cutesy and boring. Wrong. Harper was a fun little filler character who rounded out the story well.
Cora, the evil spirit, was ok. While she was creepy her evilness came more from past deeds and when she was bad she was bad.
The curse and the ghost lore was well written with clear rules you'll be familiar with if you've seen Supernatural - salt!
But it was well fleshed out and made for an interesting story.
My only issue was the timeline. The story jumped from hours to days and this wasn't always clear. It wasn't a major issue, but made it feel a little disjointed at time.
Grab this book for a cozy weekend read. Maybe keep the lights on and some salt close by just in case.
Warnings : child loss, child death and child illness
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Written from a teen aged boy's POV, Beck, was a new one for me as I tend to read female lead books, but I enjoyed Beck's story telling. Beck, Gib and Lex have very unique characters and voices and each brough something new to the story.
At first was a little concern about a sweet little sister character and worried she would be all cutesy and boring. Wrong. Harper was a fun little filler character who rounded out the story well.
Cora, the evil spirit, was ok. While she was creepy her evilness came more from past deeds and when she was bad she was bad.
The curse and the ghost lore was well written with clear rules you'll be familiar with if you've seen Supernatural - salt!
But it was well fleshed out and made for an interesting story.
My only issue was the timeline. The story jumped from hours to days and this wasn't always clear. It wasn't a major issue, but made it feel a little disjointed at time.
Grab this book for a cozy weekend read. Maybe keep the lights on and some salt close by just in case.
Warnings : child loss, child death and child illness
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 24, 2025
The Power of Three is an interesting sort of coming of age, sort of ghost story. A family inherits property from a long lost relative upon her death but the property comes with a little bit of haunting and a fancy curse.
Overall, I enjoyed the quick paced story and seeing the children all come into their own.
Overall, I enjoyed the quick paced story and seeing the children all come into their own.
July 30, 2025
I really enjoyed this fast paced and interesting supernatural mystery story by Teri Polen. I have read other books by this author, all of which were terrific reads, but this one really absorbed and enthralled me.
Life has been a financial struggle for the Teller parents who have always rented a house, lived hand-to-mouth, and battled to pay the bills and keep their three sons in school. Their relationship was going through a rocky patch when Harper, a fourth late child, was born. Harper nearly died at birth and the Teller family all drew together to help her fight for survival. She is now the glue that holds the family together and her three older brothers and parents adore her.
The family's luck appears to have changed when Mr. Teller learns that, as the last surviving Teller, he has inherited the mansion-styled ancestral Teller home. Thrilled, the family move into their new home, spirits and hope high. You never know whether an event is for the good or bad in life though and each of the three brothers quickly starts experiencing strange and unpleasant sensations and noises. After discovering the family graveyard, packed with the remains of Tellers, many of whom died very young and often within quick succession of other immediate family members, and some revealing equipment and books about the family's history, the three brothers realise there is something very wrong with the house. They are slowly drawn into the drama of the greater Teller family's past.
The author's depictions of the three adolescent boys and their relationships with each other and their parents were realistic and enjoyable. The humour in day-to-day interactions, love interests, and the competitiveness between siblings is a great tool to lighten the darkness of the storyline from time to time. The devotion of the three brothers to their younger sister was heartwarming and an enjoyable addition to the book.
The introduction of the various ghosts and the supernatural elements in the novel are well done and quite believable. I had to read carefully to ensure I picked up all the scattered foreshadowing and hints at what was to come. There are a number of threads that all tie together neatly at the end in a satisfying way.
With its modern approach to romantic relationships and life for young people, this book is perfect for a young adult audience and the story is sufficiently complex and compelling to be enjoyed by a more mature and experienced reading audience too.
Life has been a financial struggle for the Teller parents who have always rented a house, lived hand-to-mouth, and battled to pay the bills and keep their three sons in school. Their relationship was going through a rocky patch when Harper, a fourth late child, was born. Harper nearly died at birth and the Teller family all drew together to help her fight for survival. She is now the glue that holds the family together and her three older brothers and parents adore her.
The family's luck appears to have changed when Mr. Teller learns that, as the last surviving Teller, he has inherited the mansion-styled ancestral Teller home. Thrilled, the family move into their new home, spirits and hope high. You never know whether an event is for the good or bad in life though and each of the three brothers quickly starts experiencing strange and unpleasant sensations and noises. After discovering the family graveyard, packed with the remains of Tellers, many of whom died very young and often within quick succession of other immediate family members, and some revealing equipment and books about the family's history, the three brothers realise there is something very wrong with the house. They are slowly drawn into the drama of the greater Teller family's past.
The author's depictions of the three adolescent boys and their relationships with each other and their parents were realistic and enjoyable. The humour in day-to-day interactions, love interests, and the competitiveness between siblings is a great tool to lighten the darkness of the storyline from time to time. The devotion of the three brothers to their younger sister was heartwarming and an enjoyable addition to the book.
The introduction of the various ghosts and the supernatural elements in the novel are well done and quite believable. I had to read carefully to ensure I picked up all the scattered foreshadowing and hints at what was to come. There are a number of threads that all tie together neatly at the end in a satisfying way.
With its modern approach to romantic relationships and life for young people, this book is perfect for a young adult audience and the story is sufficiently complex and compelling to be enjoyed by a more mature and experienced reading audience too.
November 25, 2024
The only thing better than a good ghost story is three teenage brothers who have the responsibility of saving their family from an ancient curse.
I love that the author began the story with a scene from the 1700s. Of course, I wondered how that would play into the theme, but it fit perfectly.
The Teller family have finally caught a break when they inherit a house from a distant relative. They've struggled to make ends meet and moved from place to place until now. The house is in a gorgeous setting in a small town on the Atlantic Ocean.
The boys soon discover their family is not alone in the house. The POV is from the middle brother, Beck, who is the most level-headed of the three. He loves books and reading and I cheered for him when he got a job in a book store. Perfect for a bookworm.
Gib, the older brother, is often growly and in a bad mood, but this author found the perfect cure for him in Aiden who became his partner. Lex, the youngest, is the family clown and never takes anything seriously. But the one thing they are all passionate about is their little sister, Harper, who is only six. They would do anything for her. So, as they discover the ghosts living in the house with them, their priority is to protect Harper. When Beck finds a hidden room with all sorts of paranormal equipment, they realize their ancestors were more than furniture builders. The over-arching theme of the story is that the three brother have to band together to eliminate the threat. That single mindedness brought them all closer on a united front. I won't tell you what happened, but I read this book in two sittings and hated to see it end. My heart was in my throat part of the time and I held my breath hoping the brothers would be successful in saving their family. Fantastic story! It's well-written, fast-paced and held my attention. I highly recommend it!
I love that the author began the story with a scene from the 1700s. Of course, I wondered how that would play into the theme, but it fit perfectly.
The Teller family have finally caught a break when they inherit a house from a distant relative. They've struggled to make ends meet and moved from place to place until now. The house is in a gorgeous setting in a small town on the Atlantic Ocean.
The boys soon discover their family is not alone in the house. The POV is from the middle brother, Beck, who is the most level-headed of the three. He loves books and reading and I cheered for him when he got a job in a book store. Perfect for a bookworm.
Gib, the older brother, is often growly and in a bad mood, but this author found the perfect cure for him in Aiden who became his partner. Lex, the youngest, is the family clown and never takes anything seriously. But the one thing they are all passionate about is their little sister, Harper, who is only six. They would do anything for her. So, as they discover the ghosts living in the house with them, their priority is to protect Harper. When Beck finds a hidden room with all sorts of paranormal equipment, they realize their ancestors were more than furniture builders. The over-arching theme of the story is that the three brother have to band together to eliminate the threat. That single mindedness brought them all closer on a united front. I won't tell you what happened, but I read this book in two sittings and hated to see it end. My heart was in my throat part of the time and I held my breath hoping the brothers would be successful in saving their family. Fantastic story! It's well-written, fast-paced and held my attention. I highly recommend it!
December 23, 2024
This read was a home run from start to finish.
In this novel we follow the Teller family. They've had a rough life staying afloat financially, but that changes when they inherit a house from a distant relative. Moving to the house they enjoy small luxuries they've never been afforded. However, paranormal activity soon ramps up in the old house, and as the three brothers in the family investigate further they uncover a centuries-old family curse that threatens to destroy their entire family.
I think what sold me most of all in this book was the characters. If you've read Polen's work before then you know she's an expert on portraying youth viewpoints, and this novel is no exception. The story is told in Beck's POV. He's more on the shy side and an introvert, while his brother Lex is a goofster and his oldest gay brother Gid is irritable and distrusting. The interactions between the three brothers was masterful and perfect if you ask me. She manages to capture the spirit of brothers that I've experienced myself on a level that is rarely told, and that made this story so real to me. Extra kudos for portraying their little sister's mannerisms to a tee as well.
This book had a consistent paranormal vibe throughout, which I absolutely loved. In each chapter we delve a little further into the paranormal world and its complex rules. There's several mysteries the Teller brothers have to sort out, and the stakes are extremely high to keep you on the edge of your seat. The writing is easy to comprehend and doesn't waste time with purple prose. All in all, this was a perfect paranormal read, and I can't wait to see what epic story Polen is going to come up with next.
Whether you're a fan of urban fantasy or the paranormal, you've got to try this book! This is definitely one of my favorites for the year.
In this novel we follow the Teller family. They've had a rough life staying afloat financially, but that changes when they inherit a house from a distant relative. Moving to the house they enjoy small luxuries they've never been afforded. However, paranormal activity soon ramps up in the old house, and as the three brothers in the family investigate further they uncover a centuries-old family curse that threatens to destroy their entire family.
I think what sold me most of all in this book was the characters. If you've read Polen's work before then you know she's an expert on portraying youth viewpoints, and this novel is no exception. The story is told in Beck's POV. He's more on the shy side and an introvert, while his brother Lex is a goofster and his oldest gay brother Gid is irritable and distrusting. The interactions between the three brothers was masterful and perfect if you ask me. She manages to capture the spirit of brothers that I've experienced myself on a level that is rarely told, and that made this story so real to me. Extra kudos for portraying their little sister's mannerisms to a tee as well.
This book had a consistent paranormal vibe throughout, which I absolutely loved. In each chapter we delve a little further into the paranormal world and its complex rules. There's several mysteries the Teller brothers have to sort out, and the stakes are extremely high to keep you on the edge of your seat. The writing is easy to comprehend and doesn't waste time with purple prose. All in all, this was a perfect paranormal read, and I can't wait to see what epic story Polen is going to come up with next.
Whether you're a fan of urban fantasy or the paranormal, you've got to try this book! This is definitely one of my favorites for the year.
November 19, 2024
One of the things I love about Polen’s books is how she has her finger on the pulse of teenage boys. This book is no different when it comes to brothers Lex, Gid, and Beck (Beck carries the POV). They’re all different: they’re quirky, they argue, their socks stink, they razz each other, and most of all, underneath, they care for their family. They’re the type of teen brothers you want crowding into your kitchen full of plans, banter, and schemes. Can you tell I was immediately attached to these guys?
Their family inherits a haunted house, and it’s up to the brothers to end the curse that has claimed their entire family’s bloodline going back a century. And the stakes couldn’t be higher since they have a little 6-year-old sister they desperately want to protect. It’s going to take the combined power of the three of them to face Cora, the vengeful spirit threatening their family. They’re willing to do what’s necessary … if only they knew what that was.
The four siblings were the stars of the show, though secondary characters—both living and dead—are entertaining, well-rounded, and relatable. Even Cora had her moments. The gradual increase in paranormal activity is well laid out, and the characters’ actions and choices make sense as the danger increases.
The story zips along at a page-turner pace. Well-placed hints left along the way led me to (sort of) guess at the ending, and though I wasn’t too far off, it was still a great surprise. The story has a “Poltergeist” feel to it that I enjoyed. Highly recommended to fans of YA paranormal thrillers, fully realized teen boys, family love, haunted houses, curses, and the battle between good and evil.
Their family inherits a haunted house, and it’s up to the brothers to end the curse that has claimed their entire family’s bloodline going back a century. And the stakes couldn’t be higher since they have a little 6-year-old sister they desperately want to protect. It’s going to take the combined power of the three of them to face Cora, the vengeful spirit threatening their family. They’re willing to do what’s necessary … if only they knew what that was.
The four siblings were the stars of the show, though secondary characters—both living and dead—are entertaining, well-rounded, and relatable. Even Cora had her moments. The gradual increase in paranormal activity is well laid out, and the characters’ actions and choices make sense as the danger increases.
The story zips along at a page-turner pace. Well-placed hints left along the way led me to (sort of) guess at the ending, and though I wasn’t too far off, it was still a great surprise. The story has a “Poltergeist” feel to it that I enjoyed. Highly recommended to fans of YA paranormal thrillers, fully realized teen boys, family love, haunted houses, curses, and the battle between good and evil.
November 15, 2024
Beck Teller and his family finally caught some luck by inheriting a house from a distant relative. They could pay off some hefty medical bills and find stability in the old home. His two brothers, little sister, and parents set out to tidy up the home. Each sibling gets a room, and things improve until strange things happen. One brother hears things, one sees things and Beck finds a hidden room full of holy water and salt. Plus, it shows the family may have had another occupation besides the furniture business. Beck is the middle brother who loves books, he is thrilled the house has a library. His brothers are more into sports, but they all agree about their little sister. She can do no wrong in their eyes. As the secrets unravel, it becomes clear this family is in danger and their safety might fall on the three brothers. I liked Beck’s character and his relationships with his brothers and little sister. It seemed natural how they got along, or didn’t, along with the humor. Still, they are always there for each other. Twists and surprises popped up along the way. I couldn’t help but root for the boys and found it hard to put down once they figured out what was happening and drew together. Although this is a YA it could be easily read by a high-end middle-grade reader or tween. If you enjoy cozy ghost stories centered on a haunted house and unsuspecting family, this book is for you!
August 15, 2025
The Teller family believe their financial fortunes are finally changing for the better when they inherit a large centuries old property, which has been the home to generations of Tellers before them. However, with the house comes a vengeful spirit who has vowed to destroy the entire Teller line. Brothers Beck, Gid and Lex soon learn that they are the only ones who can put an end to the curse and save their family from following the same fate as their ancestors before them.
As the paranormal activity ramps up and becomes increasingly threatening, the brothers begin to uncover the mystery that will be the key to saving them.
I thoroughly enjoyed this gripping and page turning young adult novel. It immediately reminded me of everything I loved from the genre growing up and once I started reading it, I found it impossible to put down.
The Teller family’s bond was powerful, and it was clear how much their loved each other, but there was enough sparring and quips between the siblings to craft believable relationships. The origin of the curse was well developed and incorporated plenty of supernatural lore as well as a few new twists.
Each family member had their own unique strengths that contributed to the battle against Cora. There was plenty of well-crafted action scenes balanced with time taken to build on existing relationships and create new ones.
Lovers of the paranormal and young adult genres will enjoy The Power of Three as much as I did!
As the paranormal activity ramps up and becomes increasingly threatening, the brothers begin to uncover the mystery that will be the key to saving them.
I thoroughly enjoyed this gripping and page turning young adult novel. It immediately reminded me of everything I loved from the genre growing up and once I started reading it, I found it impossible to put down.
The Teller family’s bond was powerful, and it was clear how much their loved each other, but there was enough sparring and quips between the siblings to craft believable relationships. The origin of the curse was well developed and incorporated plenty of supernatural lore as well as a few new twists.
Each family member had their own unique strengths that contributed to the battle against Cora. There was plenty of well-crafted action scenes balanced with time taken to build on existing relationships and create new ones.
Lovers of the paranormal and young adult genres will enjoy The Power of Three as much as I did!
March 21, 2025
I love a good paranormal thriller, and Teri Polen’s The Power of Three fits the bill with brisk pacing, well-defined characters, an intriguing plot, and an exciting climax.
When Beck Teller and his family inherit a historic Victorian house in a remote location, they quickly discover that the house is inhabited by the spirits of dead relatives who were murdered by a vengeful ghost. To add to the intrigue, the ghost has cursed the Tellers, putting Beck and his family in danger. Beck and his two brothers attempt to destroy the ghost before the family curse can be fulfilled. Plagued by obstacles, they fear losing their lives and the lives of those they love, but an unexpected twist brings the story to a thrilling conclusion.
This Young Adult thriller is the perfect read for a lazy afternoon. I highly recommend it and give it five stars.
When Beck Teller and his family inherit a historic Victorian house in a remote location, they quickly discover that the house is inhabited by the spirits of dead relatives who were murdered by a vengeful ghost. To add to the intrigue, the ghost has cursed the Tellers, putting Beck and his family in danger. Beck and his two brothers attempt to destroy the ghost before the family curse can be fulfilled. Plagued by obstacles, they fear losing their lives and the lives of those they love, but an unexpected twist brings the story to a thrilling conclusion.
This Young Adult thriller is the perfect read for a lazy afternoon. I highly recommend it and give it five stars.
November 12, 2024
Beck Teller and his brothers battle for their lives in the book Power Of Three, by Teri Polen. Follow this adventure through the eyes of the brothers as they uncover their strengths while fighting a vindictive ghost.
Polen has a knack for writing brother banter and quips that the trio hurls at each other as they journey through fighting the family curse. Not only are these jabs thrown between brothers but with the spirits they encounter. The story is packed with action and weaves a tale of redemption for the Teller family.
The Power Of Three is for a reader who enjoys YA fiction. You will not want to miss this story of brotherly bonds and fierce defense against dangerous ghosts.
Polen has a knack for writing brother banter and quips that the trio hurls at each other as they journey through fighting the family curse. Not only are these jabs thrown between brothers but with the spirits they encounter. The story is packed with action and weaves a tale of redemption for the Teller family.
The Power Of Three is for a reader who enjoys YA fiction. You will not want to miss this story of brotherly bonds and fierce defense against dangerous ghosts.
January 16, 2025
Everything has a price. The wonderful good luck the Teller family has when they inherit a house from a relative they knew nothing about comes with a curse that could cost them their lives. Each of the 3 sons experience odd occurrences and as they begin to put things together with some otherworldly help, it gets really interesting. The three brothers were very different, but come together when it comes to their little sister or battling the evil spirit that wants to destroy their family and those close to them. I was really drawn into this story and will look for other work by Teri Polen.
Thank you to the author, Black Rose Writing, and NetGalley for the copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
Thank you to the author, Black Rose Writing, and NetGalley for the copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
March 21, 2025
Finding out that your family comes from a long line of paranormal investigators would be a shock. Finding out your house is haunted would only add to the terror. I enjoyed the whole family dynamic. The brothers fighting amongst themselves but having each other’s back was a great way for the boys to get serious about saving their family from Cora. Cora is a very angry ghost, an angry mom ghost, so getting rid of her curse was going to take some special ways to defeat her. I thought the family took all the information about their house and family pretty well. I can say I would have been a touch excited because I love the paranormal. I lived in a haunted house and it was definitely terrifying. I probably would have jumped right in to find answers also. A really enjoyable read.
September 9, 2025
So don’t skip the prologue. you won’t have a chance to get cozy thinking you’re going to ease into this terror with a cup of tea on the side table. Nope! This story doesn’t wait. The Power of Three opens in pure fear…
Now we are a little more settled in but with a good idea not to get too comfortable. This story takes a quick turn to a coming-of-age scary thriller. Three brothers are tasked with destroying the curse that was set upon their family. How do they do that? They do a bit of snooping around. Clues suggest this is their calling.
Teri Polen delivers this creepy yet age appropriate story of life vs the after life. The story is paced well and has moments of brilliance. Very entertaining.
Now we are a little more settled in but with a good idea not to get too comfortable. This story takes a quick turn to a coming-of-age scary thriller. Three brothers are tasked with destroying the curse that was set upon their family. How do they do that? They do a bit of snooping around. Clues suggest this is their calling.
Teri Polen delivers this creepy yet age appropriate story of life vs the after life. The story is paced well and has moments of brilliance. Very entertaining.
January 11, 2025
I spent most of today listening to/reading this book and could not stop! I found it addictive and loved the whole storyline and plot. I love how they all connect with each other and end up finding things they put off in the past. The whole family dynamic was so heartwarming to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and wanted to thank Teri Polen & NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this as an ARC.
It is safe to say I can't wait to read more books from Teri!
I will put up a review on my YouTube channel which is Life With Holly, as well as on my tiktok, life.with.holly
(amazon wont let me post a review)
It is safe to say I can't wait to read more books from Teri!
I will put up a review on my YouTube channel which is Life With Holly, as well as on my tiktok, life.with.holly
(amazon wont let me post a review)
January 21, 2025
3.5 stars. Look at this terrifying cover! This is a fun paranormal YA mystery. There’s a very old family curse that three brothers have to solve before their whole family is wiped out. The small town and new house are just what this family needed, if it weren’t for the ghosts of their ancestors everywhere. And that bitch Cora is a real piece of work. Very entertaining read. Thank you to NetGalley a digital copy
January 27, 2025
The Power of Three is a fast-paced YA paranormal mystery, where three brothers have to undo their family curse before it's too late. This book is fun, mysterious, and eerie. The Teller brothers all have different personalities, which add a lot to the book. Harper, their younger sister, is that girl (although she's only 6)! It's a quick read, and I'd definitely recommend if you're into lighter paranormal activity and mystery.
Thank you NetGalley, Black Rose Writing, and Teri Polen for this copy!
Thank you NetGalley, Black Rose Writing, and Teri Polen for this copy!
February 10, 2025
The Power of Three was so much fun to read. The plot is great but what most captivated me were the characters. I love the family dynamic and how down-to-earth and relatable the brothers are. I could happily read a whole series about these guys. The writing was easy to read and moved the story forward at a good pace. I look forward to reading more from this author.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 5, 2024
I loved this book. The characters are so real, and I love how they care for each other. I grew up loving Nancy Drew and Scooby-Doo mysteries and this echoed some of those spooky mystery feels in the absolute best way.
March 14, 2025
Three friends develop supernatural powers after an incident. This is a fast paced book that is also a mystery as well as supernatural elements. Good well developed characters and twists the keeps you reading. Thanks to Black Rose Writing and Netgalley for this review ARC.
December 28, 2024
Really enjoyed this book! Love the MC, the teen battling a curse/ghost etc trope, and the atmospheric detailing! Read in one sitting, definitely will be following this author!
March 28, 2025
Really 2.5 ugh
October 30, 2024
If it's possible to have a wholesome yet scary teen horror novel, this is it! It harkens to shows like Locke and Key and even the old Casper movie that starred Cristina Ricci in that the story has danger and scares but is also funny and full of warmth. A family inherits a house that is haunted, and they also discover they've inherited a deadly curse. Three teen brothers with very different personalities and their much younger sister wind up finding out that they are the ones who have to fight the evil spirit and stop the curse from killing off their family members. There are some very kind and helpful ghosts in the house, but there's also one ghost who has nothing but murderous intentions fueled by centuries of rage.
I've read all of Polen's books, and this is by far my favorite. It's intended for teen readers, but for kids who like a good scare or ghost story, I think older middle grade readers would like it too. The family dynamic is great, and the setting is perfect. I love a haunted house story, and this one ticked off all the marks. I'd love to see this made into a TV series. I only wish for the author that it had been released earlier so she could get some October/Halloween readers. If you want to stretch out spooky season, pick up this book! Ghost stories can be enjoyed any time of year. Highly recommend.
I've read all of Polen's books, and this is by far my favorite. It's intended for teen readers, but for kids who like a good scare or ghost story, I think older middle grade readers would like it too. The family dynamic is great, and the setting is perfect. I love a haunted house story, and this one ticked off all the marks. I'd love to see this made into a TV series. I only wish for the author that it had been released earlier so she could get some October/Halloween readers. If you want to stretch out spooky season, pick up this book! Ghost stories can be enjoyed any time of year. Highly recommend.
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