The House That Whispers
- Subject
- LGBTQ+
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Size
- 12.9 cm Ć 19.8 cm
- ISBN
- 9780316277112
A subtle exploration of gender identity, family, and the personal ghosts that haunt us all, perfect for fans of Kyle Lukoff.
Eleven-year-old Simon and his siblings, Talia and Rose, are staying the week at Nanaleen's century-old house. This time, though, itās not their usual summer vacation trip. In fact, everythingās different. Itās fall, not summer. Mom and Dad are staying behind to have a ātalk.ā And Nanaleenās house smells weird, plus she keeps forgetting things. And these arenāt the only things getting under Simonās skin: Heās the only one who knows that his name is Simon, and that he and him pronouns are starting to feel right. But heās not ready to add to the changes that are already in motion in his family.
To make matters worse, Simon keeps hearing a scratching in the walls, and shadows are beginning to build in the corners. He canāt shake the feeling that something is deeply wrongā¦and heās determined to get to the bottom of itāwhich means launching a ghost hunt, with or without his sistersā help. When Simon discovers the hidden story of his great-aunt Brie, he realizes that Brieās life might hold answers to some of his worries. Is Brieās ghost haunting the old OāHagan house? And will Simonās search for ghosts turn up more secrets than he ever expected?
Eleven-year-old Simon and his siblings, Talia and Rose, are staying the week at Nanaleen's century-old house. This time, though, itās not their usual summer vacation trip. In fact, everythingās different. Itās fall, not summer. Mom and Dad are staying behind to have a ātalk.ā And Nanaleenās house smells weird, plus she keeps forgetting things. And these arenāt the only things getting under Simonās skin: Heās the only one who knows that his name is Simon, and that he and him pronouns are starting to feel right. But heās not ready to add to the changes that are already in motion in his family.
To make matters worse, Simon keeps hearing a scratching in the walls, and shadows are beginning to build in the corners. He canāt shake the feeling that something is deeply wrongā¦and heās determined to get to the bottom of itāwhich means launching a ghost hunt, with or without his sistersā help. When Simon discovers the hidden story of his great-aunt Brie, he realizes that Brieās life might hold answers to some of his worries. Is Brieās ghost haunting the old OāHagan house? And will Simonās search for ghosts turn up more secrets than he ever expected?
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What reviewers said
"Readers exploring their own gender identities will find a friend in Simon, who knows who he is but is adamant that itās nobody elseās business and that if/when you come out, it is something you choose, not something you owe anyone. Highly recommended for fans of Kyle Lukoff."
"Thompsonās sophomore novel is a blend of mystery, light horror, and a coming-of-age tale.... Recommended for purchase where there is high demand for stories focused on identity for younger readers."
āThompsonās debut is a heartfelt coming-of-age journey that explores identity, friendship, and learning to accept who you are, even if you donāt quite understand it yet.ā
āThe Best Liars in Riverview is a beautiful and heartwarming exploration of self-discovery. Lin Thompson writes with love and respect for their readers, and Iām excited for the young people who will have the chance to read their story. A stunning and potentially life-changing, life-saving debut.ā
"The Best Liars in Riverview is a lyrically told tale about friendship, found family, belonging and hope. Thompson has crafted a gorgeous debut that will fill an important place on LGBTQ+ shelves, and Aubrey is a character that will stay with me for a long time."
"A beautifully written, nuanced exploration of identity, The Best Liars in Riverview is heartbreaking at times in the truths it reveals about growing up and feeling different in a rural community. It also offers so much comfort and hope. Thompson's debut is a lyrical, wonderfully queer story that will forever hold a special place in my heart."
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