Sunday, September 11, 2022

A Touch of Ruckus by Ash Van Otterloo - OPTIONAL

A Touch of Ruckus by Ash Van Otterloo
, 240 pages. Scholastic, 2021. $18

Content: G

BUYING ADVISORY: EL - OPTIONAL

AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE

When 12yo Tennie touches something, she learns about its history – which is why she always wears gloves. Until she is sent to live with her Mimsy (grandmother) and the object she touches releases a ghost! With the help of her new friend Fox (they/them) can she harness her power and save her family too?

After reading The Clackity, I’m afraid I am spoiled for what a scary MG novel can be like. This story doesn’t have the edge for kids who want spine-tingling scares. More for younger readers who are easing into scary. Default white characters.

Cindy, Library Teacher 

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