- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers (Feb 10 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0385735715
- ISBN-13: 978-0385735711
- Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 1.9 x 21.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 318 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,650,669 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Iris is ready for another hot, routine summer in her small Louisiana town, hanging around the Red Stripe grocery with her best friend, Collette, and traipsing through the cemetery telling each other spooky stories and pretending to cast spells. Except this summer, Iris doesn’t have to make up a story. This summer, one falls right in her lap.
Years ago, before Iris was born, a local boy named Elijah Landry disappeared. All that remained of him were whispers and hushed gossip in the church pews. Until this summer. A ghost begins to haunt Iris, and she’s certain it’s the ghost of Elijah. What really happened to him? And why, of all people, has he chosen Iris to come back to?
Years ago, before Iris was born, a local boy named Elijah Landry disappeared. All that remained of him were whispers and hushed gossip in the church pews. Until this summer. A ghost begins to haunt Iris, and she’s certain it’s the ghost of Elijah. What really happened to him? And why, of all people, has he chosen Iris to come back to?
About the Author
Saundra Mitchell’s short story, “Ready to Wear,” was nominated for a Pushcart Prize; she has been published in Common Ties, SmokeLong Quarterly, Edgar Literary Magazine, and The Parnassus, among others. She lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with her husband and two children. Visit her at www.saundramitchell.com.
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By TeensReadToo "Eat. Drink. Read. Be Merrier." (All Over the US & Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Shadowed Summer (Hardcover)
The summer Iris turns fourteen is sure to be hot and boring, just like every other summer in Ondine, Louisiana.But Iris is in for a shock. Her life becomes a spooky story. A ghost starts to haunt Iris and she's sure that it's Elijah, a teenager who disappeared years before she was born. What happened to Elijah, and why is he now a ghost? This is a cute story. I would say it's mostly innocent, until you get to the end. The mystery in SHADOWED SUMMER was great. I pretty much figured out what happened to Elijah by the time I got to the end, but I definitely didn't predict the "why." I really enjoyed the way the author wrote the story. She used southern language that made it seem very real. This was a quick, fun read. Reviewed by: Andrea
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4.4 out of 5 stars (34 customer reviews) 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Ghostly goodness,
By Megan Crewe - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shadowed Summer (Hardcover)
When Iris calls up a ghost on one too-long, too-hot summer day, she hardly expects one to actually appear--or for the one who does to be so frightening. Maybe if she can solve the mystery of his death, he'll stop haunting her. But that mystery may lead her closer to home than she imagined...SHADOWED SUMMER is a spooky and suspenseful read, with a main character whose voice is so distinctive you'll have trouble getting it out of your head and heaps of Southern small town atmosphere. The mystery is a page-turner and the ghost truly haunting, but the best part of this book is how real the characters and their relationships feel. Iris, her father, and her friends will stick with you a long time after. Highly recommended for readers of all ages! 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Enchanting Review: Shadowed Summer,
By Enchanting Reviews "Lisa" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shadowed Summer (Hardcover)
SHADOWED SUMMERSAUNDRA MITCHELL YA paranormal Delacorte Press ISBN # 9780385735711 183 pages $15.99 Hardback Available now Rating: 4 Enchantments Boring and hot. That's Ondine, Louisiana in the summer time. Fourteen-year-old Iris and her friend Collette try to find some magic in an otherwise boring summer. But something does happen. A ghost appears. Seems something did happen in Ordine long ago. A teenager Elijah disappeared. Now Iris swears he's haunting her. What do the others in her town know? Iris tries to find out the truth. But an even bigger question is why has Elijah decided to haunt her? I enjoyed this paranormal tale. The author did a great job of nailing down the voice of a Southern teen dealing with a haunting. The writing was vivid and very descriptive. I felt as if I was there in Ondine on a hot summer day. The friendship of Iris and Collette was realistic especially when Ben becomes involved in helping them solve the mystery. What makes this story even more compelling is the whole mystery of what exactly happened to Elijah. The truth in the end is surprising and caught me off guard. I'd recommend this book to those who love paranormal mysteries. Saundra Mitchell is a screenwriter and author who penned the screenplays for the Fresh Films and Girls in the Director's Chair short film series. Her short story "Ready to Wear" was nominated for a Pushcart Prize, and her first featured film, Revenge Ends, debuted on the festival circuit in 2008. She lives in Indianapolis with her husband and two children. Find out more at her website www.saundramitchell.com Kim ENCHANTING REVIEWS March 2009 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A Spooky Story,
By Ellz Readz "Ellz Readz" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Shadowed Summer (Paperback)
My thoughts...While Shadowed Summer is geared toward younger readers, I think paranormal fans of any age would enjoy this tale. Iris and her best friend Collette live in a very small southern town. Their entertainment consists of calling up spirits and writing spells in their secret notebooks. During one of their rituals, Iris calls up a real ghost by the name of Elijah who is very persistent with his demands for help. The story is about the mystery of Elijah's death. Shadowed Summer will put you on the edge of your seat.The writing in this story is exemplary. Mitchell does a great job of writing the voice of 14 year old Iris. The characters feel genuine. They experience a wide array of emotions including jealousy, betrayal, and love-each one of them believable. The character of Elijah is unpredictable. One moment you feel bad for him, the next you are afraid of him. The plot of Shadowed Summer moves at a rapid pace. I can honestly say that the book made me want to keep the light on. It has that "what's lurking under my bed" creepy quality to it. The mystery element will appeal to both genders. It is a good mystery: tons of suspects and tons of clues. There is a bit of a love story woven into the action, just enough to satisfy. This is a great one for the summer reading list. |
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