A Ghost in the Family

by Betty Ren Wright

Another spine-tingling ghost story from the master of the genre--and bestselling author--Betty Ren Wright.

When Chad's friend Jeannie invites him to visit her eccentric aunt, he soon finds he's in for more than a vacation. Aunt Rosebud runs a boarding house full of some really weird characters. As soon as Chad and Jannie arrive, bizarre things start happening. Chad's toothbrush floats around his room, a frightening Mummy appears-and disappears. And a panther leaps out of his closet. Chad desperately wants to go home, but he knows his father will never believe what's happening.
** Features Chad Weldon and Jeannie Nichols, following THE GHOST COMES CALLING & TOO MANY SECRETS

Genres: Horror, Childrens, Middle Grade, Ghosts

72 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

Betty Ren Wright was an award-winning author of children's fiction including The Dollhouse Murders, The Ghosts Of Mercy Manor and A Ghost in The House.

Known for her ghost stories and mysteries, Wright published 28 children's novels between 1981 and 2006, as well as picture books and short stories. Prior to pursuing her career as a full-time author in 1978, she worked as an editor of children's books.

Wright lived in Wisconsin with her husband, painter George A. Fredericksen, until her death in 2013.

Reviews

[LuAnn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as good as some of Wright’s longer books, but entertaining cast of characters, mild mystery and relatable protagonist.

[Katt Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun story about a boy visiting strangers in Milwaukee and winding up staying in a spare room that's already inhabited by a ghost. Not really overly spooky. The fun in this book comes from playing tourist in Milwaukee (which is where I grew up, so lots of memories), and in the cast of crazy and eccentric characters. Boarding house stories are fun that way. Overall, a decent story though not as good as others by this author.

[Louisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is good,and scary. Everone should read this book,but it might scare your little ones!

[Helen · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's been a while since I've read this book. Seems like I didnt like it when I read it. Can't remember what the book was about though. Guess it didn't make an impression on me.