This Is Not a Ghost Story
This Is Not a Ghost Story by Andrea Portes, published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2021, is a 304-page work in English that intertwines elements of young adult fiction, fantasy, and horror. The narrative follows Daffodil Franklin, who seeks a peaceful summer while housesitting a mansion for a wealthy couple. However, as the story unfolds, Daffodil discovers that the house harbors secrets and a dark past that threaten her quiet plans.
Readers will encounter a chilling tale filled with dark humor and unexpected twists, as Daffodil navigates her unsettling surroundings. The mansion’s oppressive atmosphere and the sense of being watched create a haunting backdrop for her coming-of-age journey. As the summer progresses, Daffodil learns that her role in the house’s history is more significant than she initially realized, making her the key to resolving its long-standing grudge. This edition offers a blend of contemporary themes with supernatural elements, appealing to those interested in ghost stories and social themes.
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Nothing is as it seems in this chilling, twisting tale by bestselling author Andrea Portes, perfect for fans of Madeleine Roux and Danielle Vega.
Rife with dark humor and chilling twists, This Is Not a Ghost Story is American Horror Story meets There’s Someone Inside Your House. It will have readers flipping back to the very first page after the shocking finale.
I am not welcome. Somehow I know that. Something doesn’t want me here.
Daffodil Franklin has plans for a quiet summer before her freshman year at college, and luckily, she’s found the job that can give her just that: housesitting a mansion for a wealthy couple.
But as the summer progresses and shadows lengthen, Daffodil comes to realize the house is more than it appears. The spacious home seems to close in on her, and as she takes the long road into town, she feels eyes on her the entire way, and something tugging her back.
What Daffodil doesn’t yet realize is that her job comes with a steep price. The house has a long-ago grudge it needs to settle . . . and Daffodil is the key to settling it.
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