The Problem at Wisteria Gardens

Pekin Dewlap #3

by Pamela McCord

The ghost haunting Wisteria Gardens Antiques appears to be a charming and loving mother who can’t stand the thought of being separated from her son.

But appearances can be deceiving.

The Ghosties are moved by her expression of devotion, until they discover the truth. Her attachment to the real world has nothing to do with love.

As the teen ghost hunters struggle with the case, Althea’s determination to stay threatens their very lives. Will Pekin, Scout and Amber convince the ghost to move on before it's too late?

Genres: Middle Grade, Young Adult

237 pages, Paperback

Published March 9, 2021

About the author

Pam started writing later in life when an author friend challenged her to create a book from his story idea. Being a never-say-never person, she met the challenge and managed to finish an entire novel, much to her surprise. Since that beginning, she's written several books, in several genres. Romance, middle grade and paranormal comprise most of her work. Pam has spent over forty years working as a legal secretary at a law firm in Orange County, California. Aside from writing, she likes to follow the stock market, buying, selling and trading stocks and options. Maybe in sharp contrast to that (or perhaps it's related), she loves Las Vegas where she can spend many happy hours at the Pai Gow tables. She shares a condo with her My Cat From Hell TV star, Allie, who manages to exude just enough affection to make her scary feral ways tolerable.

Reviews

[C. Gonzales · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a whimsical and fun group of kids to follow. This had such a great cast of characters that young readers will gravitate towards. I loved following them, there were so many humorous moments.
It's a fun mystery. It will keep the reader guessing and on their toes, it touches on some real life lessons, and has so much heart to it.
Well-written and overall fun!

[R.K. Emery · Rating 5 out of 5]

Charming. These characters show great friendship and a connection that just jumps off the pages. I loved their journey together. They played off each other perfectly. Great teamwork!
Pekin and friends are so hilarious. They kept me giggling.
Great mysteries for young readers with a fun cast of characters and spooky fun.

[Gina Stamper · Rating 5 out of 5]

You know what I love about this? It’s coming of age with lots of mystery elements. It’s fun for a young reader while also providing real life lessons and issues. Wonderful characters for young readers to follow. Ups and downs that they will love to read about, but also learn from. It’s a wonderful, mystery that will have them trying to figure out the pieces.

[Samantha Turley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay, I haven’t read any of Pamela McCord’s books, but I really need to go back and catch up. This was such a fun cast of characters.
These young sleuths will have young readers laughing and entertained throughout.
Equal parts ghostly spook and mystery and problem solving. I enjoyed the way they worked together and played off of each other.
Great piece of work1

[Maryann yamelski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ghosts everywhere!

Great book! Loved the setting ! Couldn't put it down! Matt's mother was a strange one and I like how pekin and her friends are stepping up! Can't wait to read another one of these books!

[Erribella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ghosts

The story is great. I like how detailed everything is. I love Pekin. Scout said the live word she did too.eill read more stories from this author.

[Analiese · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pekín was still mean, at least she apologized but anyway it doesn’t have as many problems