And the writer does such a fantastic job of making it come alive. The setting is also simply perfect for middle grade horror. They’re fleshed out really well and the bond Aveline and Harold have never feels forced, but rather earned after their previous two adventures. The characters are once again so easy to root for. And this book even has some cool throwbacks to the previous two books that are very much appreciated, as it shows how much Aveline has grown over the course of the series. On the other hand, it feels like a satisfying conclusion to a very strong trilogy of books. On one hand, it’s a really cool standalone story that perfectly balances the mystery of the disappearances with the creepiness factor of the setting. But Aveline quickly realizes that she might have bitten off more than she can chew, as she could become the next name on a long list of disappearances. All the clues seem to lead her to a local long barrow, a prehistoric burial mound. That can’t be a coincidence, so Aveline starts examining the clues left behind by her uncle. She learns that her uncle was investigating some mysterious disappearances himself. Aveline and her best friend Harold accompany her mother to the house, hoping to solve the mystery of her uncle’s disappearance. This is an opportunity Aveline can’t say no to. Her mother thinks it’s finally time to sell his house. Ten years ago, Aveline’s uncle disappeared.
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