Finch House by Ciera Burch

 

Finch House by Ciera Burch is a spooky read that I thoroughly enjoyed. It is one of the 2025 RICBA nominees. Much of the action in the book takes place inside of Finch house, which was an abandoned run down house in the neighborhood. It has the reputation of children going inside and never coming out again. When new owners move in and fix up the house, Micah who lives nearby is curious about the house that her grandfather has warned her to stay away from. Then, Micah's grandfather goes missing. Micah must find him, but it is going to involve going inside Finch house!

Wow, this book is a page turner. Fast action and spooky details will definitely grab the reader. There is also an underlying theme that emerges as Micah deals with anxiety about her move to a new home, and her nervousness about leaving her grandfather behind. I believe 5th graders will love getting caught up in this ghost story.

Reviewed by Mrs. Castro

Skellig by David Almond

Skellig is a very good book! All I am going to say is that the characters are Mina, Baby, Michael, Dad, Mom, and a …… I’m not telling you who else is left.  The author is David Almond.  The book is really good, but sad.  The main part is about a boy and a girl who find a strange beast in their garage.  This book is really good.  If you want to read it, go to the public library.

Reviewed by Destroyer.