keepingyouonread's review
4.0
4.5 stars
Diana reached out to me a few weeks ago and asked if I would read and review a book in the Ghosters series. She sent me Ghosters 3: Secrets of the Bloody Tower, a novel for children age 9 and up.
Secrets of the Bloody Tower follows Kerry, Theresa and Joey as they travel to London to stay with Kerry’s grandmother for a few weeks of sightseeing. The trio are ghost hunters and in a previous book have won a ghost hunting competition. They quickly end up meeting two murdered princes and set out on a quest to find their bones and have them buried in Westminster Abbey.
What I liked: this book is fast paced but also educational, as the kids visit and learn about various historical sites in London. The first chapter is a little scary but for the most part the ghost are friendly.
What didn’t work for me: honestly, I really enjoyed this novel and found myself picking it over two others I’m reading. If I’m going to nitpick; the kids occasionally used adult phrasing and words.
As a mom, I thought they had a lot of freedom for youngish kids (I believe they were around 12). They end up staying alone at Kerry’s grandmother’s house and travel around London by themselves. However, when I think back to books I loved as a kid, the children always had a lot of autonomy from the adults and as a child, I loved that they were making decisions and could handle big tasks. I think children will see this as a positive and an adult character could hinder the threesomes adventures.
Who should read it: young boys or girls, 9 and up. Potentially younger if they are reading at a higher level. It has a small jump factor with the ghost but it’s more to set up the mystery. My niece is a Poe fan and I think this might be up her alley. I have not read the previous books but I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary to do so before jumping into this one.
Parents: there is no romance or cursing. The ghost do talk about dying but it doesn’t get graphic or religious.
Thank you Diana for giving me the chance to read this one and write a honest review. I look forward to your other books!
Diana reached out to me a few weeks ago and asked if I would read and review a book in the Ghosters series. She sent me Ghosters 3: Secrets of the Bloody Tower, a novel for children age 9 and up.
Secrets of the Bloody Tower follows Kerry, Theresa and Joey as they travel to London to stay with Kerry’s grandmother for a few weeks of sightseeing. The trio are ghost hunters and in a previous book have won a ghost hunting competition. They quickly end up meeting two murdered princes and set out on a quest to find their bones and have them buried in Westminster Abbey.
What I liked: this book is fast paced but also educational, as the kids visit and learn about various historical sites in London. The first chapter is a little scary but for the most part the ghost are friendly.
What didn’t work for me: honestly, I really enjoyed this novel and found myself picking it over two others I’m reading. If I’m going to nitpick; the kids occasionally used adult phrasing and words.
As a mom, I thought they had a lot of freedom for youngish kids (I believe they were around 12). They end up staying alone at Kerry’s grandmother’s house and travel around London by themselves. However, when I think back to books I loved as a kid, the children always had a lot of autonomy from the adults and as a child, I loved that they were making decisions and could handle big tasks. I think children will see this as a positive and an adult character could hinder the threesomes adventures.
Who should read it: young boys or girls, 9 and up. Potentially younger if they are reading at a higher level. It has a small jump factor with the ghost but it’s more to set up the mystery. My niece is a Poe fan and I think this might be up her alley. I have not read the previous books but I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary to do so before jumping into this one.
Parents: there is no romance or cursing. The ghost do talk about dying but it doesn’t get graphic or religious.
Thank you Diana for giving me the chance to read this one and write a honest review. I look forward to your other books!
blairlovesbooks's review
5.0
A very charming story. Great for middle-grade readers, it sprinkles some history of London in with a fun (not-too-scary) ghost story. As a child Angliophile who loved ghost stories (but nothing too scary!) I would've loved this book. The tone is written in a fun, "can you believe these people?" voice great for pre-teen readers. Overall, if you have a 9-12 year old looking for an age-appropriate ghost story, any book from this series is a wonderful starting place.
shelfquest's review
4.0
This is a great example of a middle-grade beach read. It is fun and interesting (even for an adult!) without being heavy. While Kerry, Theresa, and Joey do take risks, they do so in smart and responsible ways and really think about something before they do it. This book mostly takes place in London and the feel of the city really came through. I highly recommend this book and will definitely buy others for my daughter when she's old enough.
Thanks to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
booknallnight's review
5.0
This is Book 3 of the Ghosters Series and by far my favorite. We get to see Kerry's perspective in this one, travel to London, get lost in the mystery of the Bloody Tower, and be surrounded by ghosts.
Definitely a series I would recommend for MG and younger YA. There are actually some spookier moments in this one (I don't like
Definitely a series I would recommend for MG and younger YA. There are actually some spookier moments in this one (I don't like
lainey34's review
5.0
This was such a great and exciting book!
Kerry and her friends Theresa and Joey take a trip to London. They fully expect to see a couple ghosts during their visit, but what they don't expect is to get caught up in the mystery of where the bones of two murdered princes are. While attempting to make the princes happy, the friends run into many other ghosts who try to get in their way. Will they be able to solve the mystery of the two, dead, five-hundred-year-old princes? This was a wonderful read and I'd give this book 4.5 stars out of 5! Thank you to the author Diana Corbitt for sending me the book in exchange for a review.
Kerry and her friends Theresa and Joey take a trip to London. They fully expect to see a couple ghosts during their visit, but what they don't expect is to get caught up in the mystery of where the bones of two murdered princes are. While attempting to make the princes happy, the friends run into many other ghosts who try to get in their way. Will they be able to solve the mystery of the two, dead, five-hundred-year-old princes? This was a wonderful read and I'd give this book 4.5 stars out of 5! Thank you to the author Diana Corbitt for sending me the book in exchange for a review.
reading_in_lala_land's review
5.0
I received a copy of Ghosters 3: Secrets of the Bloody Tower from the author Diana Corbitt and it was really good! I’m a sucker for anything British history related and especially having to do with The Tower of London so I was really excited to read this. The story is a fun read and just spooky enough for its target audience. I definitely think anyone middle grade and up would enjoy this especially fans of City of Ghosts. This is the third book in the series however I had no trouble starting with this one not having read the other two.
popthebutterfly's review
5.0
Disclaimer: I received this ebook from the publishing company. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: Secrets of the Bloody Tower
Author: Diana Corbitt
Book Series: Ghosters Book 3
Rating: 5/5
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, paranormal
Publication Date: October 1, 2019
Genre: Middle Grade Paranormal
Recommended Age: 10+ (some scary moments)
Publisher: Bedazzled Ink Publishing
Pages: 180
Synopsis: A few weeks later, Stanley’s words come true, and Theresa, her brother Joey, and her friend Kerry find themselves in London, England. Of course, they expect to spot one or two ghosts as they tour the Tower of London, but they don't expect to meet the ghosts of two young murdered princes with an urgent request: find their hidden five-hundred-year-old remains.
The princes want their bones to be buried at Westminster Abbey, where they belong, but something doesn’t want that to happen. The kids find a lot of spirit helpers along the way. Who knew England had so many ghosts? Can three kids and their ghostly friends solve a centuries-old unsolved crime that rocked England?
Review: Again, this book does well for me! I really liked this story and I loved how the author incorporated the historical parts of Europe into the story. The book was well done, the characters are even more developed and the author doesn’t disappoint with the world building. I also thought the pacing issue I had with the last one was much better in this one!
The only small issue I had with it is that I need more in this series! It’s so cute and good! Definitely a must read if you have a little spooky lover in your family or if you like middle grade paranormals yourself!
Verdict: It was great!
Book: Secrets of the Bloody Tower
Author: Diana Corbitt
Book Series: Ghosters Book 3
Rating: 5/5
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, paranormal
Publication Date: October 1, 2019
Genre: Middle Grade Paranormal
Recommended Age: 10+ (some scary moments)
Publisher: Bedazzled Ink Publishing
Pages: 180
Synopsis: A few weeks later, Stanley’s words come true, and Theresa, her brother Joey, and her friend Kerry find themselves in London, England. Of course, they expect to spot one or two ghosts as they tour the Tower of London, but they don't expect to meet the ghosts of two young murdered princes with an urgent request: find their hidden five-hundred-year-old remains.
The princes want their bones to be buried at Westminster Abbey, where they belong, but something doesn’t want that to happen. The kids find a lot of spirit helpers along the way. Who knew England had so many ghosts? Can three kids and their ghostly friends solve a centuries-old unsolved crime that rocked England?
Review: Again, this book does well for me! I really liked this story and I loved how the author incorporated the historical parts of Europe into the story. The book was well done, the characters are even more developed and the author doesn’t disappoint with the world building. I also thought the pacing issue I had with the last one was much better in this one!
The only small issue I had with it is that I need more in this series! It’s so cute and good! Definitely a must read if you have a little spooky lover in your family or if you like middle grade paranormals yourself!
Verdict: It was great!
keepabookout's review
4.0
Thank you so much to author Diana Corbitt for a complimentary copy of this book to review.
This book was so fun to read. It is the third book starring Kerry, Theresa, and Joey, famed ghost hunters. I have not read the first two books in the series and I had no problem jumping right into this story.
The first chapter takes place in a haunted clown motel and grabs your attention quick! I was a little nervous about the intensity of this book after reading this chapter, but I didn’t need to be. It does a great job of balancing the spooky suspense with other elements.
Our three ghost hunters are off on a historical filled adventure in London when they tag along on Joey and Theresa’s fathers book tour. They are lucky enough to be staying with Kerry’s grandma who is an excellent tour guide. When grandma ends up hospitalized with appendicitis, the kids are on their own to see all of London that they can!
While visiting the Bloody tower they are visited by a small boy. They recognize him from paintings and set out to find out just who he is and how they can help him and his brother. Through their adventures they encounter many ghosts, young and old, and gather more tools for observing and understanding ghost behavior.
One of my favorite parts of this book is that Joey has Asperger syndrome. Kerry and Theresa do a wonderful job of understanding how he thinks and responds to events. He takes phrases, words, and rules very literally, which leads to some funny situations. But his sister, Theresa or Kerry, are always quick to explain, understand, or protect him. They are wonderful examples of being inclusive.
This book is perfect for middle grade readers who love mystery, ghosts, and adventure! I would say readers 9+.
This book was so fun to read. It is the third book starring Kerry, Theresa, and Joey, famed ghost hunters. I have not read the first two books in the series and I had no problem jumping right into this story.
The first chapter takes place in a haunted clown motel and grabs your attention quick! I was a little nervous about the intensity of this book after reading this chapter, but I didn’t need to be. It does a great job of balancing the spooky suspense with other elements.
Our three ghost hunters are off on a historical filled adventure in London when they tag along on Joey and Theresa’s fathers book tour. They are lucky enough to be staying with Kerry’s grandma who is an excellent tour guide. When grandma ends up hospitalized with appendicitis, the kids are on their own to see all of London that they can!
While visiting the Bloody tower they are visited by a small boy. They recognize him from paintings and set out to find out just who he is and how they can help him and his brother. Through their adventures they encounter many ghosts, young and old, and gather more tools for observing and understanding ghost behavior.
One of my favorite parts of this book is that Joey has Asperger syndrome. Kerry and Theresa do a wonderful job of understanding how he thinks and responds to events. He takes phrases, words, and rules very literally, which leads to some funny situations. But his sister, Theresa or Kerry, are always quick to explain, understand, or protect him. They are wonderful examples of being inclusive.
This book is perfect for middle grade readers who love mystery, ghosts, and adventure! I would say readers 9+.
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