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The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street

Lindsay Currie
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The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Lindsay Currie

The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

620L

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Super Short Summary

In The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street by Lindsay Currie, a person named Tessa moves to Chicago and encounters mysterious events in her new home. As Tessa investigates with friends, they unveil a history of haunting secrets. The story explores themes of friendship, courage, and understanding the past to uncover the truth.

Mysterious

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Emotional

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.2

3,067 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street by Lindsay Currie is praised for its engaging mystery and atmospheric setting, captivating young readers with its spooky elements. The book effectively balances chills with themes of friendship and courage. Some critics note a predictable plot, but overall, it delivers a satisfying and accessible ghost story for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street?

A reader who enjoys The Peculiar Incident on Shady Street likely appreciates middle-grade mysteries with a touch of the supernatural. Fans of The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman or The Night Gardener by Jonathan Auxier would find its eerie yet heartwarming narrative captivating.

4.2

3,067 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

620L

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