* "Hawkins dials the level of humor up to high throughout most of the book, with deftly phrased witticisms in both the narrative and her characters' dialogue. * "Ace plotting, snappy dialogue, unexpected twists, and an exhilarating finale will have readers eager for more."- Publishers Weekly (starred review) Get ready for more magic, mystery and romance! Rachel Hawkins brings the same delightful wit and charm captured in her New York Times best-selling Hex Hall series. For a tough girl who's always been on her own, it's strange to suddenly make friends and maybe even have a crush.Ĭan Izzy trust her new friends to help find the secret behind the hauntings before more people get hurt? But assuming the guise of an average teenager is easier said than done. A series of hauntings has been plaguing the local high school, and Izzy is determined to investigate. Izzy and her mom move to a new town, but they soon discover it's not as normal as it appears. But when Izzy's older sister vanishes without a trace while on a job, Izzy's mom decides they need to take a break. For centuries, her family has hunted magical creatures. St Joseph's University (Brooklyn Voices Series)įans of Rachel Hawkins' Hex Hall series will shriek with joy over this dark spin-off adventure full of humor, magic, and snark!įifteen-year-old Izzy Brannick was trained to fight monsters.
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