The Haunting of Elmwood Manor: A Pekin Dewlap Mystery (The Pekin Dewlap Series)

Product Description

Pekin Dewlap hasn’t seen a ghost since she was twelve. But she’d do anything to get them back. Starting a ghostbusting business with her two best friends, Amber and Scout, seems like the perfect way to accomplish her goal. Of course, playing with ghosts isn’t high on their wish list, so Pekin has to do some arm-twisting to get them on board.Once committed, Pekin and her friends find themselves in deep, trying to solve the disappearance of fourteen-year old Miranda Talbert. Miranda went missing in 1918, and her spirit has wandered the halls of Elmwood Manor for the last hundred years.In the midst of finding Miranda, discovering her budding feelings for Scout, and consoling a terrified Amber, Pekin is met by an angry ghost set on thwarting her plans. Will the Ghosties be able to help Miranda, or will Pekin’s business die before she solves the mystery?

Review

“A debut YA novel features the message that ghosts have problems too. In this series opener, McCord certainly knows how to reach her target audience. When the three friends inevitably get in over their heads, they wisely seek help from the adults in their lives. What results is a winning, lighthearted paranormal tale for all ages. This spunky heroine sees dead people, to readers’ delight.” – Kirkus Reviews

“This was thoroughly entertaining and a fantastic teen read. I recommend it for all teens who love a great ghost mystery. I can’t wait for the next one.” -Denise Alterman

“What a fun middle grade mystery! Ghosts are one aspect of paranormal that aren’t touched on a whole lot in books (that I know of). At work, parents often come looking for this kind of book for their young teens. I can’t wait to recommend this one! McCord’s book is a successful mystery that would make an excellent summer read!” -Amanda Shepard

“… a charming read. The young characters Pekin Dewlap, Amber and Scout are believable and embrace the curiosity of a teenage mind well. I think YA readers will love the series.” -M.C.V. Egan

“This book was a very entertaining page-turner. It could become a favorite for any teen who is intrigued by ghost stories. Putting the book down was hard because I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen next and how Pekin and her friends would tackle the challenges.” -Amy Hastings

“McCord’s story of Pekin and her friends … forming a ghostbusting business is one that I think many middle-graders will enjoy reading. There is enough excitement and mystery to it to keep the boys interested, and enough romance for the girls. It is a story of the paranormal, but it’s also a story of being brave, growing up, and knowing when to ask for help. It’s a story of love, friendship, and helping others. Perfect for any middle-grade reader who enjoys ghosts and the paranormal!” -Dani Winland

“The Haunting of Elmwood Manor was such a fun and thrilling paranormal mystery! Plenty of adventure, friendship and of course ghosts! I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to read the next one!” -Hauntedbybooks

“Pamela McCord spun a tale crafted with a flair for the supernatural. As the scenes unfolded, I found myself swept along a paranormal fantasy that held my undivided attention from beginning to end.” –
Paul Falk

“Good solid story with the trio of friends Pekin, Amber and Scout. This is an entertaining story with teenage angst and murder from years gone by. Great for teenagers and adults. Was definitely scary and creepy in parts.” -Mary

“These books offer highly engaging stories, that will bring a reader into the plot. The end result is a further development of reading skills such as fluency, increased vocabulary and, hopefully, an increased interest in reading.” -Coralee Hicks

“A great read for any person, both young and young at heart, who wants to break away from their everyday life and join in a spooky adventure. After the initial chapters building the background of the group, the story takes off and quickly reache