Telgemeir, R. (2016). Ghosts. New York, NY: Graphix.
Summary: In the beginning of Ghosts we find that Cat and her sister Maya move to a new town in California called Bahia del Luna. Cat is not happy about the move because she misses her friends. Maya, her younger sister has Cystic Fibrosis, and is the reason for the move. The town offers the perfect place for Maya to combat her condition. Cat begins to look around the town which she deems creepy and even meets a boy named Carlos who tells her all about the atmosphere and history of the town. He explains that the town is haunted by ghosts but no one is really afraid of them. Maya is thrilled at the mention of Ghosts and wants to meet one. After hearing about the Ghosts, Cat become sad and a little disheartened about her sister's condition is fearful of what will happen if it worsens. After Maya has a medical emergency after meeting some ghosts on El Dia de los Muertos, Cat begins to appreciate her loved ones and vows to help her sister be healthy. Cat comes to terms with her culture, her sister's illness and her new life in Bahia del Luna.
Strengths: Ghosts tells a great story of culture, family and sister relationships. Maya and Cat are sisters who are moving to a place that is suitable for Maya's Cystic Fibrosis. The Day of the Dead is the backdrop of the story with Cat realizing that she may eventually have to deal with the death of her sister. Students will relate to the sibling bond between Maya and Cat as well as the struggle for Cat to deal with an ill sibling. The beautiful drawing and images help the reader be drawn in to the world around the sisters and truly appreciate The Day of the Dead.
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Other books by Raina Telgemeir:
- Guts
- Smile
- Sisters
- Drama
LSSL 5385 Requirement Met: Read a book by Raina Telgemeir
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