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Pets of Elsewhere
Haunted by four-legged ghosts in St. Augustine, a 12-year-old must help vengeful shadow-pets find rest or watch them pick off his family one-by-one.
Colten never wanted to leave Satellite Beach. His dad, a now retired Air Force Captain and his mom, a homemaker, couldn’t wait to open a bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, in a gorgeous Victorian that once belonged to a world-renowned veterinarian. Only, Colten sees things, hears things, and his sister almost dies—twice. Animal ghosts are reaching out from the other side with hints that the doctor may have been hiding things behind the Victorian's closed doors, leaving Colten with two choices: help them or watch his whole family die.
PETS OF ELSEWHERE is a haunting middle grade thriller that blends elements of Pet Sematary with The House on Haunted Hill for kids who have outgrown Goosebumps and become die-hard fans of Supernatural.
Colten never wanted to leave Satellite Beach. His dad, a now retired Air Force Captain and his mom, a homemaker, couldn’t wait to open a bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, in a gorgeous Victorian that once belonged to a world-renowned veterinarian. Only, Colten sees things, hears things, and his sister almost dies—twice. Animal ghosts are reaching out from the other side with hints that the doctor may have been hiding things behind the Victorian's closed doors, leaving Colten with two choices: help them or watch his whole family die.
PETS OF ELSEWHERE is a haunting middle grade thriller that blends elements of Pet Sematary with The House on Haunted Hill for kids who have outgrown Goosebumps and become die-hard fans of Supernatural.
190 pages, Paperback
Published March 2, 2021
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Jaimie Engle
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Jaimie Engle is a multiple award-winning writer of stories with a magic touch. With 15 published books, she is a seasoned storyteller who has taught at national conferences, state libraries, and local schools on writing, publishing, and marketing books.
In 2021, she began writing for film & television and optioned her first feature film JUST JAKE produced by True Brand Entertainment and streamed on the UpTV Faith & Family Network in 2023. She sold the book rights too!
Several of her award-winning tv shows, based off her published work, were also optioned and in the hands of major producers, networks, and studios. Follow her newsletter for the news that can't be shared outside the Engleverse!
When not telling stories, Jaimie spends time with her husband, watches her oldest son on the stage and cheers her youngest sons on Varsity football. Fun fact? Jaimie danced at the Aloha Bowl halftime show. Follow the journey on YouTube.com/@JaimieEngleWrites.
🎬 Cinefile 🎬
🤓 Nerd 🤓
🐾 MKL 🐾
Jaimie Engle is a multiple award-winning writer of stories with a magic touch. With 15 published books, she is a seasoned storyteller who has taught at national conferences, state libraries, and local schools on writing, publishing, and marketing books.
In 2021, she began writing for film & television and optioned her first feature film JUST JAKE produced by True Brand Entertainment and streamed on the UpTV Faith & Family Network in 2023. She sold the book rights too!
Several of her award-winning tv shows, based off her published work, were also optioned and in the hands of major producers, networks, and studios. Follow her newsletter for the news that can't be shared outside the Engleverse!
When not telling stories, Jaimie spends time with her husband, watches her oldest son on the stage and cheers her youngest sons on Varsity football. Fun fact? Jaimie danced at the Aloha Bowl halftime show. Follow the journey on YouTube.com/@JaimieEngleWrites.
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March 17, 2021
I had a lot of fun reading this book. I loved the St. Augustine setting and descriptions of the town. The relationship between Colten and his younger sister, Kennedy, was totally spot-on. I loved that.
I also thought it was clever that the ghost animals could cause real harm to Colten and his family. That added a lot of tension and danger and kept me on the edge of my seat.
Readers who enjoyed The Darkdeep series will definitely want to add this one to their shelves!
I also thought it was clever that the ghost animals could cause real harm to Colten and his family. That added a lot of tension and danger and kept me on the edge of my seat.
Readers who enjoyed The Darkdeep series will definitely want to add this one to their shelves!
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November 22, 2023I wrote this book after learning the Weimaraner is commonly referred to as a Ghost Dog in Scotland where it’s coat tends to blend into the mist leaving only bright blue eyes. I thought, what if this ghost dog was an actual ghost haunting a boy in St. Augustine to tell it’s story? The rest is a beautiful narrative of love and loss which I hope you will enjoy!!
May 24, 2021
Jaimie tells an enthralling story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Filled with mystery and suspense as Colten tries to unravel the secrets of the ghosts that haunt his family. This story kept my interest and I had a hard time putting it down.
March 16, 2021
Pets of Elsewhere, "Ghost Dog", takes place in St. Augustine, Florida ... the perfect backdrop for a spooky story. I love the different take of ghosts being animals instead of deceased humans. It was fascinating, thrilling, and gave me goosebumps both times. I recommend this book to readers who want to experience ghosts in a safe yet somewhat scary way. I don't want to give anything away but look out for people who "seem" to be doing good. And read it with a candle, a snuggly blanket, and if possible, a crackling fire.
August 28, 2021
This was a nice story, my grandson and I really enjoy it.
July 23, 2024
GHOST DOGS, GHOST SNAKES, AND GHOST BEARS… OH MY!!
What a fun adventure, filled with the rich and spirited history of St. Augustine, Florida as the backdrop. Author Jaimie Engle has created an exciting story of wonder and mystery that is difficult to put down. Along with main the character, you’re caught up in the ghostly tale, filled with suspense and chills. Will young Colten survive long enough to find out why the house his parents recently purchased to turn into a bed and breakfast seems to be haunted by a cavalcade of dead animals? And in the process save his little sister too? Could the scary apparitions have anything to do with the long deceased veterinarian who used to have his practice there? You’ll have to read the book to find out.
What a fun adventure, filled with the rich and spirited history of St. Augustine, Florida as the backdrop. Author Jaimie Engle has created an exciting story of wonder and mystery that is difficult to put down. Along with main the character, you’re caught up in the ghostly tale, filled with suspense and chills. Will young Colten survive long enough to find out why the house his parents recently purchased to turn into a bed and breakfast seems to be haunted by a cavalcade of dead animals? And in the process save his little sister too? Could the scary apparitions have anything to do with the long deceased veterinarian who used to have his practice there? You’ll have to read the book to find out.
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