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    City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1)
    City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1)
    City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1)
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    City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1)

    Written by Victoria Schwab

    Narrated by Reba Buhr

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    About this audiobook

    From number-one New York Times bestselling author Victoria Schwab comes a sweeping, spooky, evocative adventure, perfect for fans of Stranger Things and Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.

    Ever since Cass almost drowned (okay, she did drown, but she doesn't like to think about it), she can pull back the Veil that separates the living from the dead...and enter the world of spirits. Her best friend is even a ghost.

    So things are already pretty strange. But they're about to get much stranger.

    When Cass's parents start hosting a TV show about the world's most haunted places, the family heads off to Edinburgh, Scotland. Here, graveyards, castles, and secret passageways teem with restless phantoms. And when Cass meets a girl who shares her "gift", she realizes how much she still has to learn about the Veil—and herself.

    And she'll have to learn fast. The city of ghosts is more dangerous than she ever imagined.

    New York Times bestselling author Victoria Schwab delivers a thrillingly spooky and action-packed tale of hauntings, history, mystery, and the bond between friends (even if that friend is a ghost...).

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherScholastic
    Release dateAug 28, 2018
    ISBN9781338310801
    City of Ghosts (City of Ghosts #1)

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    • 5/5
      I'm fast becoming a big fan of Victoria's writing. She is very talented. My daughter who is 13 will love this as much as I have I'm sure. I'm scottish and the author is very accurate and knowledgeable. I know many Findlays, and all of them have a silent D in their name. I listened to this book, so haven't seen the name written and am curious to know if there are folk called Findlay who say the d. I'm going to research it....starting by how it's written in the book! Small thing, hardly worth mentioning. A 5 star read for sure, huge talent.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 2/5
      The book was great, however the audio book narrator was awful. She attempted Scottish accents for some characters, however the accent she put in was so bad it was borderline offensive. If you can't do accents don't try. As a Scottish person I found it horrendous.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 3/5
      Book: 3.5 ⭐
      Audio: 4 ⭐

      I liked City of Ghosts, it had a good storyline, an interesting take on the veil between worlds and likeable characters.

      I am not sure why I found myself checking how long was left, or why I felt relieved when it got under the hour mark.

      I really liked the reader too, her quick changes between characters were easily recognized.

      It was a little eerie at times, which was what I was hoping for, especially during October.

      I really like Jacob, and the friendship he has with Cassidy. I’m looking forward to seeing what happens next in Tunnel of Bones, hopefully we find out more about him but I can’t see myself rushing to get to it, again, I’m not sure why.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      I like the story and enjoy their adventures. can't wait for the sequel

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      It was eerie, creepy but fun. Loved it, loved the Harry Potter references

      1 person found this helpful

    • 2/5
      This book is great at describing Edinburgh, building its atmosphere. Authors writing style was smooth and she didn't waste words needlessly.
      Those are the perks of the book, made me finish it...that and the narrator did an excellent job !

      But the story was more juvenile than I expected , excessive Harry Potter mentions.
      I don't think I'll continue the series but I will check out the author work

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    • 4/5
      I have a really good time enjoy reading this book.
      the friendship between Cass and Jacop was priceless.

      My childhood's heart fell for the ghost boy. it's remains me of Casper.
      and the Harry Potter's vibe from this book...it's every thing I needed.

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    • 5/5
      A great book, dodgy Scottish accents though. Overall I really enjoyed.

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    • 4/5
      this is so good! no suprise cause it's victoria schwab.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 3/5

      The main premise of this book/series is that a young girl, Cassidy, can see and talk to ghosts. One is on this side, and the others are on the other side of the 'Veil' a “curtain” that she can pass through, and it's easier when her ghost 'friend' is with her.

      Her parents write 'investigational ghost stories,' her mom is the believer her dad is the skeptic.

      On a trip to Scotland, filming the first episode of her parent’s TV show based on their books, Cassidy spends her time seeing ghosts, good and bad, and discovering what her 'gift' can really do.

      It's not that bad of a young reader story, suitable for readers of most ages, parents can read this to younger kids who are not afraid of ghost stories. It’s not that scary, but there are bad, mean, ghosts along with some of the bad ways they died. Not graphic or sexual. A short and quick read/listen.

      3 stars

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    • 5/5
      "There's a difference between wanting to stay, and being too afraid to let go."

      I love this so much!! ♡♡♡

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      It was really well written and I mean come on its Victoria Schwab! I loved the story but obviously it still is a middle grade and I wish there was more to the story.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      OMG! I just got this book yesterday 10/7/19 and I’m already finished.. totally sucked me in completely! Absolutely amazing! I highly recommend this book to any ghost lover!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      The best book to read now that halloween is near.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Victoria’s writing is brilliant and again she didn’t disappoint. I know this was for YA but I’m 45 and I couldn’t get enough of it.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      Very entertaining, epsecially for middle grade! I can't wait to get more of this series!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Such a fun and exciting read! Loved it so much!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Very enjoyable book. It's been a while I read about ghost and this was good story.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 3/5
      I had to stop listening because the Scottish accent sounds Russian
    • 5/5
      A fun, spooky story for the younger crowd that keeps all ages entranced.
    • 4/5
      Not really for adults. Plot is good and charecter are actually very interesting
    • 4/5
      I almost cry at the end when Cassidy say goodbye to Lara.
    • 5/5
      This book was spooky, mysterious, full of surprises and the perfect blend of storytelling that I've come to enjoy reading Victoria's books. Looking forward to continuing the series soon!
    • 4/5
      The narrator was amazing! Also the cast of characters is amazing. V. E. Schwab never disappoints.
    • 5/5
      The story is very charming and the narrator was amazing
    • 4/5
      Very nice imagery, sweet and sometimes scary. A cosy read for all ages, I am 64.
    • 5/5
      I just love the writing style of Victoria schwab... its so easy on the eyes and ears... having fallen for Victor in Vicious ... it was to say without a doubt that i would fall in love with Cassidy and her relationship with Jacob is just so cute (clearly am gushing here) but yeah.. nothing much to say except am gonna read the next book right away ^^
    • 4/5
      I loved how atmospheric this was! I wish it was a little longer, but I understand that its middle grade.
    • 3/5
      Not too bad for a YA novel. If you have the time, why not?
    • 2/5
      Too girlie for a horror story book. Didn't even past the first chapter