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Title details for Ghost Knight by Cornelia Funke - Available

Ghost Knight

by Cornelia Funke
Elliot Hill
Audiobook (Includes supplementary content)
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Eleven-year-old Jon Whitcroft never expected to enjoy boarding school. Then again, he never expected to be confronted by a pack of vengeful ghosts, either. And then he meets Ella, a quirky new friend with a taste for adventure. . . .
 
Together, Jon and Ella must work to uncover the secrets of a centuries-old murder while being haunted by terrifying spirits, their bloodless faces set on revenge. So when Jon summons the ghost of the late knight Longspee for his protection, there’s just one question: Can Longspee truly be trusted?

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  • Release date

    May 8, 2012

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780307583376
      • File size: 140710 KB
      • Duration: 04:53:08

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 5
    • Lexile® Measure: 760
    • Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    • Text Difficulty: 3-4

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Elliot Hill delivers a wistful, atmospheric ghost tale set in Salisbury, England. Twelve-year-old Jon Hartgill displays a truculent attitude as he adjusts to boarding school. But Jon's priorities change when a murderous ghost attacks him. To save himself, Jon seeks help from the ghost of William Longspee, half-brother of Richard the Lionheart. Hill's phrasing adds clarity to a rich historical narrative. And his sad tone contributes to the overall somber mood. The production concludes with an author's note narrated by Funke herself. She directs listeners to a PDF that includes further information on the story's historical background. C.A. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine
    • Publisher's Weekly

      July 30, 2012
      When he’s sent away to boarding school, Jon Whitcroft isn’t too happy about it—and that’s before he starts seeing ghosts and the ghosts start seeing him. But when the ghosts begin to plot against Jon, the only person he can turn to his newfound friend Ella. Now Jon and Ella must investigate an ancient murder and summon the ghost of Knight Longspee. Elliot Hill narrates in a crisp British accent that certainly makes listening enjoyable. He captures Jon’s tone and attitude throughout and deftly embodies the angst and frustration of the reticent youth. Additionally, Hill creates a host of unique voices for the book’s assorted characters and transitions well between prose and dialogue. And while the voices he lends the female characters are less varied, they remain believable and appropriate. Ages 8–12. A Little, Brown hardcover.

Formats

  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:5
  • Lexile® Measure:760
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:3-4

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