Ghost Book
Ghost Book by Remy Lai, published by Henry Holt and Company (BYR) on August 15, 2023, is a graphic novel that explores themes of friendship and sacrifice through a blend of fantasy and horror. The story follows July Chen, a girl who can see ghosts, as she navigates the challenges of Hungry Ghost month, a time when the boundaries between the living and the dead blur. When July saves a boy ghost from a dangerous spirit, she discovers that he is actually a wandering soul named William, caught between life and death.
Readers will find a captivating narrative inspired by Chinese mythology, where July and William embark on an adventure to return him to his body. This journey reveals a haunting truth: for William to live, July must face the ultimate sacrifice. The book combines elements of fairy tales and folklore with social themes relevant to Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences, making it a unique addition to the juvenile fiction genre. With 320 pages, this edition presents a visually engaging and thought-provoking tale suitable for a wide audience.
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* “An entertaining, engaging read with echoes of Miyazaki’s film Spirited Away.” —Horn Book, starred review
An Indie Bestseller! An Amazon, School Library Journal, and Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year!
Perfect for Halloween and Summerween, as well as fans of Spirited Away, Coco, and Ghosts, comes a spooky fantasy graphic novel about the friendship between a girl who can see ghosts and a boy who is stuck between the worlds of the living and the dead.
Twelve years ago, the boy and the girl lived. But one was supposed to die.
July Chen sees ghosts. But her dad insists ghosts aren’t real. So she pretends they don’t exist. Which is incredibly difficult now as it’s Hungry Ghost month, when the Gates of the Underworld open and dangerous ghosts run amok in the living world. When July saves a boy ghost from being devoured by a Hungry Ghost, he becomes her first ever friend. Except William is not a ghost. He’s a wandering soul wavering between life and death. As the new friends embark on an adventure to return William to his body, they unearth a ghastly truth—for William to live, July must die.
Inspired by Chinese mythology, this dark yet resoundingly hopeful tale about friendship, sacrifice, and the unseen world of ghosts is a dazzling heir to beloved Studio Ghibli classics.
“Absolutely gorgeous and a completely unique adventure. Remy Lai is a master storyteller!” —Christina Soontornvat, two-time Newbery Honor Winner
“Spooky, spellbinding and full of heart!” ―Kayla Miller, bestselling author of Click
“A deliciously spooky, funny adventure.” ―Jessica Townsend, bestselling author of The Nevermoor series
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