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The Girl in White
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Nominee for Readers' Favorite Middle Grade & Children's (2022)Sweet Molly once lived in Eastport
Sweet Molly once loved the sea
Sweet Molly lost Liam to the shadows
Now Sweet Molly is coming for ye …
Mallory hasn't quite adapted to life in her new town of Eastport yet. Maybe it's because everyone is obsessed with keeping the town's reputation as one of the most haunted places to visit.
And thanks to the nightmares she's had since arriving, Mallory is having a hard time sleeping. Combined with the unsettling sensation of being watched and losing chunks of time, she’s worried that maybe the ghost stories she’s been quick to dismiss might actually be real.
When Mallory has a terrifying encounter with the same old woman from her dreams, she's not sure what to do. With Eastport gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of their first recorded legend Mallory is forced to investigate the one legend she's always secretly been afraid of . . . Sweet Molly.
Sweet Molly once loved the sea
Sweet Molly lost Liam to the shadows
Now Sweet Molly is coming for ye …
Mallory hasn't quite adapted to life in her new town of Eastport yet. Maybe it's because everyone is obsessed with keeping the town's reputation as one of the most haunted places to visit.
And thanks to the nightmares she's had since arriving, Mallory is having a hard time sleeping. Combined with the unsettling sensation of being watched and losing chunks of time, she’s worried that maybe the ghost stories she’s been quick to dismiss might actually be real.
When Mallory has a terrifying encounter with the same old woman from her dreams, she's not sure what to do. With Eastport gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of their first recorded legend Mallory is forced to investigate the one legend she's always secretly been afraid of . . . Sweet Molly.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 6, 2022
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Lindsay Currie
18 books981 followersLindsay Currie is a #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of mysteries for young readers, including the Delta Games series and It's Watching, She grew up on Nancy Drew and loves a good twisty tale. When she's not writing, Lindsay can generally be found looking for an adventure of her own. She loves researching forgotten history and recently relocated from Chicago to a 220 acre farm in downstate Illinois where she finally gets to see stars every night, and take hikes every day.
Coming soon: X Marks the Haunt (January 2026) and The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society (October 2026)! For more details on Lindsay's upcoming books, please visit the My Books tab at the top of the page.
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Coming soon: X Marks the Haunt (January 2026) and The Secret Bookstore Sleuth Society (October 2026)! For more details on Lindsay's upcoming books, please visit the My Books tab at the top of the page.
To find out more about Lindsay, please visit her website at www.lindsaycurrie.com. Instagram: @lindsayncurrie
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April 7, 2025
**4.5-stars**
Mallory has felt out of place ever since her family moved from the bustling city of Chicago to the small seaside town of Eastport in New England.
Certain aspects of the town's local culture drive Mallory a bit crazy if she's being honest, like the fact that it feels like Halloween 365-days a year.
While this may sound absolutely fantastic to some of us, Mallory feels very differently. The constant reminders of local ghost stories and lore weighs on her last nerve.
Her parents, who own and run a cozy restaurant known as The Hill, have bought into it hook, line and sinker. Her mother even regales visiting guests with spooky tales during meals at the restaurant. It's like dinner and a show.
As time goes by, instead of getting better, Mallory feels like things are getting worse. She's having a difficult time sleeping and feels like she is being watched.
The nights are the worst. She's losing time and waking up dirty and wet; that's how Mallory initially starts to figure out that she's actually been sleepwalking. That paired with the nightmares, make Mallory's nights something to fear.
When a neighbor boy, Joshua, confesses to Mallory that he has been sleepwalking as well, the two begin to share stories. It seems they are even plagued by the same dreams.
What is going on? The more they compare notes, the more they begin to fear that what is happening to them may be connected to one of the town's most infamous legends, that of Sweet Molly.
Together with Mallory's other friends, Emmie and Brianne, the kids begin a deep dive into the real story of Sweet Molly.
They feel like she's connecting with them for a reason. Even though it's scary, maybe she just needs their help. They hope that with enough information they'll be able to help Molly achieve peace, so that she can move on and they can finally sleep through the night.
The Girl in White was my most anticipated Spooky Middle Grade release of the year and it did not disappoint.
Currie knows how to deliver that perfect, cozy, spooky small town atmosphere, all while pairing it beautifully with likable, strong-willed, curious and determined characters.
This was such a fun story and definitely had some top-notch creepy moments. I liked the investigation the kids undertook, following clues and trying to get to the truth behind the legend of Sweet Molly.
I also enjoyed the message at the heart of this story. Without giving too much away, let's just say that it shined a light on doing the right thing, even though it might be difficult.
I did feel the ending to be a little abrupt, but that's most likely because I didn't want it to end. I definitely recommend this one to all Spooky Middle Grade Readers.
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Thank you so much to the publisher, Sourcebooks Young Readers, for providing me with a copy to read and review.
I'm obsessed with Lindsay Currie's stories. They are so cozy, spooky and fun. All the the things I love in my Middle Grade. I'm looking forward to seeing what she comes up with next!
Mallory has felt out of place ever since her family moved from the bustling city of Chicago to the small seaside town of Eastport in New England.
Certain aspects of the town's local culture drive Mallory a bit crazy if she's being honest, like the fact that it feels like Halloween 365-days a year.
While this may sound absolutely fantastic to some of us, Mallory feels very differently. The constant reminders of local ghost stories and lore weighs on her last nerve.
Her parents, who own and run a cozy restaurant known as The Hill, have bought into it hook, line and sinker. Her mother even regales visiting guests with spooky tales during meals at the restaurant. It's like dinner and a show.
As time goes by, instead of getting better, Mallory feels like things are getting worse. She's having a difficult time sleeping and feels like she is being watched.
The nights are the worst. She's losing time and waking up dirty and wet; that's how Mallory initially starts to figure out that she's actually been sleepwalking. That paired with the nightmares, make Mallory's nights something to fear.
When a neighbor boy, Joshua, confesses to Mallory that he has been sleepwalking as well, the two begin to share stories. It seems they are even plagued by the same dreams.
What is going on? The more they compare notes, the more they begin to fear that what is happening to them may be connected to one of the town's most infamous legends, that of Sweet Molly.
Together with Mallory's other friends, Emmie and Brianne, the kids begin a deep dive into the real story of Sweet Molly.
They feel like she's connecting with them for a reason. Even though it's scary, maybe she just needs their help. They hope that with enough information they'll be able to help Molly achieve peace, so that she can move on and they can finally sleep through the night.
The Girl in White was my most anticipated Spooky Middle Grade release of the year and it did not disappoint.
Currie knows how to deliver that perfect, cozy, spooky small town atmosphere, all while pairing it beautifully with likable, strong-willed, curious and determined characters.
This was such a fun story and definitely had some top-notch creepy moments. I liked the investigation the kids undertook, following clues and trying to get to the truth behind the legend of Sweet Molly.
I also enjoyed the message at the heart of this story. Without giving too much away, let's just say that it shined a light on doing the right thing, even though it might be difficult.
I did feel the ending to be a little abrupt, but that's most likely because I didn't want it to end. I definitely recommend this one to all Spooky Middle Grade Readers.
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Thank you so much to the publisher, Sourcebooks Young Readers, for providing me with a copy to read and review.
I'm obsessed with Lindsay Currie's stories. They are so cozy, spooky and fun. All the the things I love in my Middle Grade. I'm looking forward to seeing what she comes up with next!
September 6, 2022
I guess that’s part of living in Eastport, though. According to the locals, everything bad that happens here can be linked to one curse or another.
Themes & vibes:
• moody, atmospheric and spooky vibes
• small Halloween-all-year town
• tormented, vengeful ghost
• perfect autumn read
• a dash of mystery
The Girl in White is a spooky, atmospheric middle grade ghost story that is perfect for autumn.
I loved the setting so much - even though it would probably drive Mallory crazy, I would totally be one of the tourists in her parents’ restaurant, on the edge of my seat to hear her mother's chilling tales.
I liked Mallory. She was quite relatable in many ways, and someone who was easy to root for. I also loved the family, friendship and mystery aspects of the story. Just wish we got more from the ghost.
If you want to see my much more in depth review, you can check it out on my book blog NovelOnMyMind.
Thank you to Sourcebooks Kids and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Girl in White by Lindsay Currie in exchange for an honest review.
Themes & vibes:
• moody, atmospheric and spooky vibes
• small Halloween-all-year town
• tormented, vengeful ghost
• perfect autumn read
• a dash of mystery
The Girl in White is a spooky, atmospheric middle grade ghost story that is perfect for autumn.
I loved the setting so much - even though it would probably drive Mallory crazy, I would totally be one of the tourists in her parents’ restaurant, on the edge of my seat to hear her mother's chilling tales.
I liked Mallory. She was quite relatable in many ways, and someone who was easy to root for. I also loved the family, friendship and mystery aspects of the story. Just wish we got more from the ghost.
If you want to see my much more in depth review, you can check it out on my book blog NovelOnMyMind.
Thank you to Sourcebooks Kids and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Girl in White by Lindsay Currie in exchange for an honest review.
November 6, 2021
Welcome to Eastport, MA, where every day is Halloween! I'm so excited to share this next book with you, friends! In the tradition of Salem and Sleepy Hollow, I've created a fictional East coast town that thrives on legends - one of which just might be a little bit more real than the residents think - the curse of Sweet Molly.
Sweet Molly once lived in Eastport
Sweet Molly once loved the sea
Sweet Molly lost James to the shadows
Now Sweet Molly is coming for ye . . .
Sweet Molly once lived in Eastport
Sweet Molly once loved the sea
Sweet Molly lost James to the shadows
Now Sweet Molly is coming for ye . . .
May 20, 2025
Really cute. Would like to get this for my niece. She'd like it. I think. Protagonist is supposed to be twelve, but she acts much older. She's got a good head on her shoulders and is confident even when confused, has supportive friends, is responsible to her family, and tries to be honest.
Since this is a kid's book, kids are the heroes. But they have parents that listen and trust them, and I love that. The kids are curious, open minded and open hearted, and work together effectively.
Since this is a kid's book, kids are the heroes. But they have parents that listen and trust them, and I love that. The kids are curious, open minded and open hearted, and work together effectively.
July 24, 2022
A chilling story about a twelve-year old girl who must face down the most notorious ghost in her haunted East coast town to stop a centuries-old curse that threatens to destroy everything.
Mallory hasn't quite adapted to life in her new town of Eastport yet. Maybe it's because everyone is obsessed with keeping the town's reputation as the most cursed town in the US. And thanks to the nightmares she's had since arriving, Mallory hardly sleeps. Combined with the unsettling sensation of being watched, she's quickly becoming convinced there's more to her town. Something darker.
When Mallory has a terrifying encounter with the same old woman from her dreams, she knows she has to do something—but what? With Eastport gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of their first recorded legend Mallory is forced to investigate the one legend she's always secretly been afraid of . . . Sweet Molly.
Currie always delivers a spooky, atmospheric storyline dripping with eerie settings and intriguing characters. The Girl in White gives traditional ghost story vibes with suspense and tension built throughout as well as deals with themes of family, friendship, coming of age,and tradition.
Mallory is a courageous, inquisitive young girl that many young readers can empathise with and I found myself rooting for her and hoping that she discovered the secret of her town’s curse and saved the day, her town, family and friends from the terrifying ‘sweet’ Molly.
A fun, yet frightening read that I know many will enjoy.
Mallory hasn't quite adapted to life in her new town of Eastport yet. Maybe it's because everyone is obsessed with keeping the town's reputation as the most cursed town in the US. And thanks to the nightmares she's had since arriving, Mallory hardly sleeps. Combined with the unsettling sensation of being watched, she's quickly becoming convinced there's more to her town. Something darker.
When Mallory has a terrifying encounter with the same old woman from her dreams, she knows she has to do something—but what? With Eastport gearing up to celebrate the anniversary of their first recorded legend Mallory is forced to investigate the one legend she's always secretly been afraid of . . . Sweet Molly.
Currie always delivers a spooky, atmospheric storyline dripping with eerie settings and intriguing characters. The Girl in White gives traditional ghost story vibes with suspense and tension built throughout as well as deals with themes of family, friendship, coming of age,and tradition.
Mallory is a courageous, inquisitive young girl that many young readers can empathise with and I found myself rooting for her and hoping that she discovered the secret of her town’s curse and saved the day, her town, family and friends from the terrifying ‘sweet’ Molly.
A fun, yet frightening read that I know many will enjoy.
February 16, 2023
IF you like Mary Downing Hahn or other ghost stories, you'll like this story about Mallory whose family has moved to an ocean side small town that practically celebrates Halloween year round as the residents relive the legends of Sweet Molly who lost her brother Liam to the sea years ago. Now Mallory is seeing a spirit. Is it a ghost from long ago or is there a more logical explanation? Whether it's a ghost or a real person, who is it, what does it want and why?
June 13, 2024
This was stellar!
Ghosts, mystery, and a Hallowe'en themed town?
Yes please!
The author did a really great job of developing characters who are 12 years old and actually act 12 years old. Many middlegrade authors write their characters younger than their age. I enjoyed that these kids were kids, but kids with a maturity level that matched their age.
One of them worked part time in their parents restaurant and they had difficult conversations with each other.
Very well done!
Ghosts, mystery, and a Hallowe'en themed town?
Yes please!
The author did a really great job of developing characters who are 12 years old and actually act 12 years old. Many middlegrade authors write their characters younger than their age. I enjoyed that these kids were kids, but kids with a maturity level that matched their age.
One of them worked part time in their parents restaurant and they had difficult conversations with each other.
Very well done!
January 27, 2023
Remember, this is middle-grade. I tell myself this so I can take off my adult review glasses and put on a younger pair, which is the whole point.
This is a 3.75 star rounded to a 4 star because I really shouldn't have read these books so close together. Like with other genres, books in a series tend to come across as formulaic after a while and the magic of their shine tends to dull a little bit.
That said, this was still a creepy yet enjoyable read. Madame Currie (pun not intended, but we're cool with it) knows how to set an atmosphere okay. All the Fall vibes. There's the different levels of paranormal throughout but that seem to gain intensity with each subsequent book apparently (not a bad thing). There's the Scooby element as well as the absent-minded (or just plain absent) parental units. Moments when you ask yourself "what just happened?" followed by "that's not right". And the righteous ending that gives peace to not just the paranormal element but also the various Scoobies. The reinforcement of the lessons in perseverance and the moral high ground (doing what's right, not what's easy) whilst working through your fear thus taking back control are ever present. Highly recommend! Just don't read all the books in the series in one go - keep that mood magic alive by spacing them out.
This is a 3.75 star rounded to a 4 star because I really shouldn't have read these books so close together. Like with other genres, books in a series tend to come across as formulaic after a while and the magic of their shine tends to dull a little bit.
That said, this was still a creepy yet enjoyable read. Madame Currie (pun not intended, but we're cool with it) knows how to set an atmosphere okay. All the Fall vibes. There's the different levels of paranormal throughout but that seem to gain intensity with each subsequent book apparently (not a bad thing). There's the Scooby element as well as the absent-minded (or just plain absent) parental units. Moments when you ask yourself "what just happened?" followed by "that's not right". And the righteous ending that gives peace to not just the paranormal element but also the various Scoobies. The reinforcement of the lessons in perseverance and the moral high ground (doing what's right, not what's easy) whilst working through your fear thus taking back control are ever present. Highly recommend! Just don't read all the books in the series in one go - keep that mood magic alive by spacing them out.
September 4, 2022
A twelve-year-old girl named Mallory lives in Eastport, Massachusetts, also known as the most cursed city in the USA. Her parents own a restaurant that especially thrives during the best month of the year, Halloween month. However, Mallory is not very fond of this strange and spooky city. Then mysterious things start to happen. She has the same dream almost every single night and feels watched even when she can’t see anyone. Mallory discovers she has bigger problems to solve as the story progresses.
The narrative's idea is appealing, but I don't believe it was executed adequately. I had a lot of issues with some parts of the plot. For instance, Molly's parents' insensibility at the beginning of the book, while she was going through all these terrifying events, felt out of the ordinary. Other characters have little to no development.
If this had not been ARC, I would have stopped reading somewhere in the middle. Children could enjoy its simplicity, but I've read better books that have more creative merit.
Many thanks to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Kids, Sourcebooks Young Readers for providing an Advanced Reader Copy of this book for reviewers.
The narrative's idea is appealing, but I don't believe it was executed adequately. I had a lot of issues with some parts of the plot. For instance, Molly's parents' insensibility at the beginning of the book, while she was going through all these terrifying events, felt out of the ordinary. Other characters have little to no development.
If this had not been ARC, I would have stopped reading somewhere in the middle. Children could enjoy its simplicity, but I've read better books that have more creative merit.
Many thanks to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Kids, Sourcebooks Young Readers for providing an Advanced Reader Copy of this book for reviewers.
June 17, 2023
This is the story about Mallory from a small town of Eastport. Their town is obsessed with keeping the town's reputation as one of the most haunted places to visit. She is having nightmares about a woman called Sweet Molly.
This was an interesting read but a bit juvenile to my taste. I think this book would be perfect for a younger audience and will be enjoyed by them more than me. This book had the same vibes as Goosebumps. So, if you enjoyed those books as a kid then I am sure you'll love this book as well. I'd definitely recommend this book to the younger audience.
This was an interesting read but a bit juvenile to my taste. I think this book would be perfect for a younger audience and will be enjoyed by them more than me. This book had the same vibes as Goosebumps. So, if you enjoyed those books as a kid then I am sure you'll love this book as well. I'd definitely recommend this book to the younger audience.
February 25, 2023
Yayyy!!! Another Lindsay Currie thriller, can't wait!!
Update: 3.5 stars!
I loved the book's initial plot, but it took a while for me to truly get into it. The writing was definitely scary though. In fact, I think this is Currie's spookiest book yet!
Update: 3.5 stars!
I loved the book's initial plot, but it took a while for me to truly get into it. The writing was definitely scary though. In fact, I think this is Currie's spookiest book yet!
September 11, 2022
Lindsay does it again! I love all of her spooky middle grade books. I wish Eastport was a real town- I would move there in a heartbeat.
Perfect read for this time of year.
Perfect read for this time of year.
April 24, 2022
The Girl in White will be on the shelf in my classroom library when the kids come back next fall (turned cover OUT)! Lindsay Currie has written a fabulously spooky, chilling tale that is so much more than a great ghost story. Mallory is haunted by a recurring nightmare, and when she begins sleepwalking and encounters the ghostly entity from her dreams, she knows that she needs to solve the tragic mystery that her town has based its entire identity on.
What I loved about this book were the relationships and the real push and pull of young friendships. There are surprises and challenges that the ghost presents - but there are also everyday scary things that elevate this story. Mallory confronts her own preconceptions about people and opens up to a new understanding of her town and herself.
It’s a wonderful spooky story that will have skeptics believing in ghosts AND a wonderful story about trust and love and friendship.
This was a review of an ARC. Thanks, NetGalley, for the sneak peek!
What I loved about this book were the relationships and the real push and pull of young friendships. There are surprises and challenges that the ghost presents - but there are also everyday scary things that elevate this story. Mallory confronts her own preconceptions about people and opens up to a new understanding of her town and herself.
It’s a wonderful spooky story that will have skeptics believing in ghosts AND a wonderful story about trust and love and friendship.
This was a review of an ARC. Thanks, NetGalley, for the sneak peek!
August 24, 2022
Absolutely amazing! Lindsay Currie is one of those authors you just love to read in autumn or during spooky season. Her books are atmospheric, creepy, and will keep you on the edge of your seat. This particular one only had one draw back. I realized what was going on/how to resolve it pretty earlier on, whereas with Scritch Scratch it kept me guessing almost to the end. That doesn’t take away from the beautiful writing and the moral of the story, which I think is an essential one. Lindsay Currie will continue to be an auto read author for me. Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Kids for the opportunity to read for review prior to publication.
September 10, 2024
This was a spooky and good middle grade book!
December 8, 2022
Ugh! I had such high expectations for this book. Especially after hearing one of my favorite Youtubers mention it on her channel as one of her new favorite fall reads. Sadly, the book didn't have the same effect on me.
I'll start with the number one issue I had and that was the fact that I didn't like our protagonist, Mallory, at all. I get that she wasn't happy having to leave Chicago to move to a small New England town that relishes Halloween, all things spooky, and their local legends, but her consistent disdain of all this was so annoying and frustrating. She's always complaining and whining about the town, the people, the weather, even her parents storytelling at their locally owned restaurant. Her negativity is very repetitive throughout the book and I found myself rolling my eyes with every 'Blah' and 'Gross' exclamation that came from her dialogue. I knew from the first few pages I wasn't going to like her and that this would be a problem for me. I don't mind unlikeable characters so much in adult books, but when reading middle grade stories, I have to like the protagonist to get along with the book.
The second issue I had was all the grammatical errors. I don't know who edited this, but it was a very sloppy job. The errors are so blatant that it causes a major distraction from reading.
The final issue I had was the writing itself. It just wasn't good. It was repetitive, way too simple for the age range it's written for, and downright cheesy in spots. I've read middle grade books in this age range with far superior writing so, for me, it was cringe worthy in a lot of spots but I do believe children, especially those that love ghost stories, will enjoy this book.
I'm settling on a rating of 2.5 stars (rounded off to three here) because I did like the ghost story itself and feel it would have been an excellent read if it had been executed properly. Also, the atmosphere of the book is one of my very favorites. The month of October, the fall season, and Halloween are some of my very favorite things. I love reading books that give me all of those cozy, spooky, autumn feels and this book's atmosphere did just that. For that reason it got bumped up a half star in my rating, which would have been a 2.
Again, I do believe young readers will enjoy this one, it just fell very flat for me.
I'll start with the number one issue I had and that was the fact that I didn't like our protagonist, Mallory, at all. I get that she wasn't happy having to leave Chicago to move to a small New England town that relishes Halloween, all things spooky, and their local legends, but her consistent disdain of all this was so annoying and frustrating. She's always complaining and whining about the town, the people, the weather, even her parents storytelling at their locally owned restaurant. Her negativity is very repetitive throughout the book and I found myself rolling my eyes with every 'Blah' and 'Gross' exclamation that came from her dialogue. I knew from the first few pages I wasn't going to like her and that this would be a problem for me. I don't mind unlikeable characters so much in adult books, but when reading middle grade stories, I have to like the protagonist to get along with the book.
The second issue I had was all the grammatical errors. I don't know who edited this, but it was a very sloppy job. The errors are so blatant that it causes a major distraction from reading.
The final issue I had was the writing itself. It just wasn't good. It was repetitive, way too simple for the age range it's written for, and downright cheesy in spots. I've read middle grade books in this age range with far superior writing so, for me, it was cringe worthy in a lot of spots but I do believe children, especially those that love ghost stories, will enjoy this book.
I'm settling on a rating of 2.5 stars (rounded off to three here) because I did like the ghost story itself and feel it would have been an excellent read if it had been executed properly. Also, the atmosphere of the book is one of my very favorites. The month of October, the fall season, and Halloween are some of my very favorite things. I love reading books that give me all of those cozy, spooky, autumn feels and this book's atmosphere did just that. For that reason it got bumped up a half star in my rating, which would have been a 2.
Again, I do believe young readers will enjoy this one, it just fell very flat for me.
September 7, 2023
Lindsay Currie knows how to deliver chilling middle grade reads. Currie's ghostly adventures continue wither newest ghostly installment- The Girl In White.
When Mallory moves to the famously haunted town of Eastport she never expected it to actually be haunted. The townspeople, the tourists, and even her parents have totally fallen for the legend of Sweet Molly. Everyone except Mallory. Until the day Mallory starts loosing track of time time and a ghostly vision starts to haunt her. Could Sweet Molly actually be real? And if so - what does she want for Mallory?
Adventure, fun and ghostly adventures ensure with an adorable legend obsessed town , and a young girl who just wants her life to be normal. Lindsay Currie’s strong writing style is full of atmosphere and heart, relating perfectly to her reading audience. With strong characters, real problems and positive solutions to the issues that arise, this story explores more than your average ghost story. Touching on themes of friendship, moving states, and tackling the fear of the unknown.
When Mallory moves to the famously haunted town of Eastport she never expected it to actually be haunted. The townspeople, the tourists, and even her parents have totally fallen for the legend of Sweet Molly. Everyone except Mallory. Until the day Mallory starts loosing track of time time and a ghostly vision starts to haunt her. Could Sweet Molly actually be real? And if so - what does she want for Mallory?
Adventure, fun and ghostly adventures ensure with an adorable legend obsessed town , and a young girl who just wants her life to be normal. Lindsay Currie’s strong writing style is full of atmosphere and heart, relating perfectly to her reading audience. With strong characters, real problems and positive solutions to the issues that arise, this story explores more than your average ghost story. Touching on themes of friendship, moving states, and tackling the fear of the unknown.
March 18, 2022
Middle grade readers looking for a creepy ghost story in a realistic setting will be thrilled with Lindsay Currie’s latest book. The usual horror tropes are included: a tormented ghost looking for revenge on those who wronged her, tormented humans who must set the record straight, storms, a trance or two, and even some frozen in time moments. But Currie’s town of Eastport, main characters Mallory, Emmie, and Joshua plus outstanding descriptive passages give this a fresh feel and won’t disappoint most readers in grades 4-8. Text is free of sexual content and profanity and physical violence is sparse. Tension, however, stays high from beginning until the satisfying conclusion. A “first-choice” selection for libraries.
Thanks for the digital arc, Edelweiss Above the Treeline.
Thanks for the digital arc, Edelweiss Above the Treeline.
May 17, 2022
Lindsay was made for writing middle grade horror stories. Every single story I have read is so articulately crafted to meet meet the needs of middle grade kiddos everywhere. The Girl In White checked all the boxes.
-Ghost out for revenge
-Town obsessed with curses/legends
-New girl in town (non-believer) having to save the town folk
-Weather changes (storms) due to a vengeful girl in white
-Young middle grade crushes
-Best friend drama and reconciliation
The list could go on. I am just glad I made a point to read it with the lights on. 🙃
-Ghost out for revenge
-Town obsessed with curses/legends
-New girl in town (non-believer) having to save the town folk
-Weather changes (storms) due to a vengeful girl in white
-Young middle grade crushes
-Best friend drama and reconciliation
The list could go on. I am just glad I made a point to read it with the lights on. 🙃
November 21, 2022
This was a fun spooky read that younger (and adults!) will love. A great mixture of mystery and paranormal.
March 20, 2022
Always a favorite author of mine, Lindsay Curry’s latest does not disappoint. Town newcomer Mallory begins having nightmares about Sweet Molly, whose brother tragically died at sea. Mallory finds comfort learning that her new friend Joshua is suffering with the same nightmares. They team up with their friends Bri and Emmie to determine why Molly seems to be targeting them before it is too late for the kids and their town. Thanks to Edelweiss and Sourcebooks for allowing me to be an early reader in exchange for my review.
October 5, 2022
This book is LITERALLY everything I could have hoped for in a cozy, autumnal book. With just the perfect sprinkle of a cozy atmosphere mixed in with friendship, comfort food, and a terrifying ghost legend, you will NOT be able to put this book down! Lindsay Currie will transport you to a quaint and homey coastal Halloween town, decked to the gills in Halloween decorations and more importantly...old ghost legends that may not just be cursed stories from the past.
March 19, 2022
If you're looking for a spooky, atmospheric, and entertaining middle grade book, then look no further. From the first time I read the Sweet Molly poem, I was hooked. The legend. The curse. The mystery. The clues. The conclusion. The characters. The friendships. The town. I absolutely loved it all and I have a feeling readers are going to agree with me!
April 13, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy. This is another fantastic spooky middle grade novel by Lindsay Currie. Perfect for those students that always ask me for scary ghost stories! At the heart of the story is a spooky mystery, but also friendship and family. Will purchase dove our school library and recommend to students.
August 18, 2022
Lindsay Currie keeps readers on the edge of their seat as they try to unravel the mysteries surrounding the legend of Sweet Molly. As Mallory and her friends try to decipher all the clues Sweet Molly leaves for them, time is running out. Readers will truly enjoy this suspense filled mystery that leaves you wondering at the end of each chapter, what does Sweet Molly want from the town of Eastport?
October 18, 2022
October/Massachusetts
This story involves a ghost, a shipwreck, a compass, strange dreams, and a town obsessed with death. A lot of the story involves the beach. Friendship is also a big part of the story. I enjoyed the mystery. It was what I thought it would be, but the characters didn't end it the way I thought they would.
This story involves a ghost, a shipwreck, a compass, strange dreams, and a town obsessed with death. A lot of the story involves the beach. Friendship is also a big part of the story. I enjoyed the mystery. It was what I thought it would be, but the characters didn't end it the way I thought they would.
July 11, 2024
First sunshine state book I’ve read since being a kid. Were they always the spooky and fun ???
September 12, 2022
3.5 stars
Since Mallory moved to Eastport, a town obsessed with Halloween and spooky local tales, she's been frustrated by the town's most-haunted-place-ever tourist trap. She doesn't believe in ghosts and curses. However, she discovers there may be truth to one of the tales when she is haunted by the girl in white, Sweet Molly. She sets out with her friends to discover how to break the curse.
This was a nice book and I think it will be popular for the intended target audience. I liked the mystery surrounding it and it was a perfect book for autumn. As someone who loves Halloween though, I found it annoying that Mallory hated the festivities and the spookiness of Eastport. I thought it seemed a pretty cool place to live! Some parts were a bit tedious and repetitive but overall this was the perfect book to get in the autumnal/Halloween spirit.
Since Mallory moved to Eastport, a town obsessed with Halloween and spooky local tales, she's been frustrated by the town's most-haunted-place-ever tourist trap. She doesn't believe in ghosts and curses. However, she discovers there may be truth to one of the tales when she is haunted by the girl in white, Sweet Molly. She sets out with her friends to discover how to break the curse.
This was a nice book and I think it will be popular for the intended target audience. I liked the mystery surrounding it and it was a perfect book for autumn. As someone who loves Halloween though, I found it annoying that Mallory hated the festivities and the spookiness of Eastport. I thought it seemed a pretty cool place to live! Some parts were a bit tedious and repetitive but overall this was the perfect book to get in the autumnal/Halloween spirit.
May 18, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC. I am a huge fan of Lindsay Currie and what she is doing for the Middle Grade horror genre. This was not my favorite of hers as it didn't feel like as much of a page turner, so I would give it more of a 3.5 out of 5, but I will round up to the 4. I definitely think Middle Schoolers will devour this one though!
August 28, 2022
A town where everyday is Halloween (basically) and it just happens to have a ghost story and be cursed? Are you kidding me? Autumn lovers, if you’re looking for the perfect autumn read to get into a fall mood, you’ve found it. I have an obsession with cozy east coast towns that remind me of Salem, where it just feels like eternal autumn. Creepy parades each month featuring a piano with keys actually made of bones, spooky themed hotels using spooky history to draw in tourists, and restaurants offering “chill up your spine chili” and “boneyard biscuits” are just a few of things that this quaint, historical town has to offer. Even the local coffee shop is called Cups and Cauldrons. This is a town that knows how to capitalize on spooks and Halloween to draw in tourists and if this town were real, I would fall for it hook line and sinker. Jack o lanterns all year round? A halloween lover’s paradise honestly. Since sadly autumn (aka the best season) also feels like the shortest season of the year, I rely on books like these to get fall vibes whenever I want them. This book is the epitome of a cozy fall read. It made me want to get out my flannels and drink a pumpkin spice latte despite the fact that we are still enduring torturous summer weather. Since I can’t have the frigid weather I want, I have to read about a town where the weather is bone chilling by early October.
“Today is October first. It barged in on a gust of chilly air with red and orange leaves on its heels. Morning fog settled over our narrow streets like a cold, wet blanket, and everyone—and I mean everyone—is already wearing their chunkiest sweaters. For most people I know, October isn’t just the end of T-shirts and flip-flops; it’s the beginning of the best month of the year. Halloween month. The time when Eastport comes to life.”
Middle grade horror is GREAT and that is a hill that I will die on. In the same way that “kids” movies like Coraline or Monster House are geared towards children yet still deliciously creepy and entertaining even for adults, middle grade horror is the same way. Don’t think it can’t be creepy just because it is targeted towards a younger audience! Also, it never bogs down its horror with pointless and non scary horror motifs like excessive gore or jump scares. Which granted, is mostly in movies rather than horror novels, but it’s still annoying. This book had a quirky innocence to it but still had a deliciously creepy feel with high stakes. The perfect Halloween read!
Thank you to Netgalley and Sourcebooks for sending me and advanced copy in return for my honest review.
“Today is October first. It barged in on a gust of chilly air with red and orange leaves on its heels. Morning fog settled over our narrow streets like a cold, wet blanket, and everyone—and I mean everyone—is already wearing their chunkiest sweaters. For most people I know, October isn’t just the end of T-shirts and flip-flops; it’s the beginning of the best month of the year. Halloween month. The time when Eastport comes to life.”
Middle grade horror is GREAT and that is a hill that I will die on. In the same way that “kids” movies like Coraline or Monster House are geared towards children yet still deliciously creepy and entertaining even for adults, middle grade horror is the same way. Don’t think it can’t be creepy just because it is targeted towards a younger audience! Also, it never bogs down its horror with pointless and non scary horror motifs like excessive gore or jump scares. Which granted, is mostly in movies rather than horror novels, but it’s still annoying. This book had a quirky innocence to it but still had a deliciously creepy feel with high stakes. The perfect Halloween read!
Thank you to Netgalley and Sourcebooks for sending me and advanced copy in return for my honest review.
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