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The Canterville Ghost

By Susanna Davidson and Oscar Wilde

Adjectives

spooky humorous engaging

Genres

Classics Horror/Spooky

Synopsis

For over 500 years, the Canterville Ghost has successfully scared away all who dared to live in his castle. But when the Otis family moves in, they refuse to be frightened. As the ghost's attempts to terrify them fail, he becomes increasingly desperate. Can the Otis family help him find peace at last? This thrilling tale, adapted from Oscar Wilde's classic, is perfect for young readers gaining confidence.

About the author

Susanna Davidson is a British author who loves writing exciting stories for children. She has retold many famous fairy tales, such as 'The Snow Queen' and 'The Twelve Dancing Princesses', making them fun and easy to read. Susanna enjoys bringing magical adventures to life and hopes her books help children discover a love of reading.

Pages

63 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2006

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