A review by booklover469
School Spirits by Rachel Hawkins

3.0

Rachel Hawkins writes stories which are entertaining and fun to read. Her characters are typical teenagers, but with unique abilities. The plots involve a mystery or two to solve, teenage drama, and a sprinkle of romance. School Spirits fits this description perfectly. The setting is within a high school with the protagonist, Izzy, within this environment for the first time. The author doesn't spend a lots of time on the reality she is facing, but make the situation a bit humorous as Izzy experiences her first pep rally, teenage TV series, and first kiss. I especially enjoyed Izzy's relationships with Toran, the man in the mirror, and Dex, her potential first love. Toran adds a bit of mystery to the family dynamics between Izzy and her mother as well as her missing sister, Finn.

Although this is not a literary work of art, I believe both my students and I will enjoy many other adventures of the Brannick family as they fight monsters and search for Finn. Rachel Hawkins has found her style to entertain teenagers and I think she should continue sharing her stories with us.

Thanks NetGally,

Kim