A review by jackelz
Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland

adventurous mysterious medium-paced
Who doesn’t love a good ghost story?

I love that this was a combination of historical fiction and fantasy… a combo I’m not sure I’ve read outside of Justina Ireland books and I’m here for it! The story covered the horrors and history of racism so well; it’ll make for great conversation with the kiddos. 

Ophie herself is a force of hope as she helps the ghosts move on to the afterlife and shows the truth to those who are still living. Every character, ghost and living, has a backstory and is so well done. The point of view is mostly Ophie’s, but the old house, Daffodil Manor, and the City of Pittsburgh, also have a voice — which I found to be a very interesting perspective. 

I hope Justina Ireland continues to write Middle Grade books because I absolutely adored this one.
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