In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, Alex and his older cousins awaken the ghost of a serial killer when they dial a mysterious phone number.
Do you know any scary stories?
It's Halloween and Alex is excited to be watching horror movies and telling ghost stories with his cousins. When it's Alex's turn to share, he tells the terrifying tale of Jack Hatchett, local hardware store owner and serial killer. Legend has it that he cut his victims up and hid the pieces so they would never be found. But before the police could prove anything, the hardware store burned to the ground, turning the suspected murderer and his secrets to ashes. Now, if you dial the number for Hatchett’s Hardware, his ghost is said to answer the phone. For Alex, Chloe and Luke, the temptation to call and see if the legend is true proves too hard to resist...
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Key Selling Points
- This is part of the Orca Shivers series, a series that will thrill readers with spine-tingling tales of horror, suspense and mystery. These fast-paced novels with intriguing original illustrations are a great high-interest choice for middle-grade readers.
- Alex and his cousins awaken the ghost of a serial killer when they dial a mysterious phone number.
- This is a classic ghost story with a creepy "urban legend" vibe in the vein of Bloody Mary.
- With a very realistic and relatable relationship between Alex and his cousins and a light romantic subplot, this is a well-rounded read for middle-grade readers.
- The high levels of suspense and jeopardy combine into a blend of ghost story, urban legend and serial killer horror.
