Spooky Sleuths #2: Beware the Moonlight!

Spooky Sleuths #2

by Natasha Deen

Is it science...or strange and ghostly?

There’s something very odd about Mr. Maan, the scientist who is helping teach Asim’s class about the moon. He spends a lot of time staring up at the night sky. Sometimes, he almost seems to glow. Asim is sure Mr. Maan is a supernatural being straight out of Guyanese folklore—and the whole town is in danger!
His friend Rokshar thinks there’s a scientific explanation for everything Mr. Maan does. But she agrees that he’s up to no good. Can Asim and his friends find a way to stop Mr. Maan’s sinister plans?

Find out...if you dare! It's a new spooky series based on ghost stories from Guyana.

Genres: Paranormal, Chapter Books

Audible Audio

Published August 30, 2022

About the author

Natasha Deen's family moved from Guyana, South America to Canada to escape the country's political & racial violence. She loved growing up in a country of snow & flannel, but often felt out of place. Thank goodness for books that showed her being different could also mean being awesome. Natasha lives in Edmonton, Alberta with her family where she spends A LOT of time arguing with her cats and dogs about who’s the boss of the house. Visit her at www.natashadeen.com.

Reviews

[Vintagebooklvr · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 stars. Another great addition to the series. It is sure to keep the attention of kids. The characters have different cultural backgrounds and this story has folklore that many people from the United States might not know about. Fun and spooky. The illustrations just add to the story.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in return for an honest opinion.

[Christine LaBatt · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second in the Spooky Sleuth series finds the kids fighting a Moon-Gazer. Mysterious Mr. Maan shows up to “teach” the kids about the moon. However, he doesn’t seem to actually want to help the kids. Just like before, the kids have to save their town.

Another great story! I received my copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Kaitlyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Karine · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️ Good book/ series with superstition and some science clues/ hints along the way. Good team of friends !

[Angie Titus · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

Just wasn't for me, but I think kids on the younger side of middle grade will enjoy it. I really like middle grade, but this one read a little too young for this adult.