This was a strong children’s horror novel, it had everything that I wanted and thought it worked well overall in this story. The characters had everything that I was looking for and thought the horror elements worked with everything that I was hoping for. Wendy Parris has a great writing style and can’t wait for more.

Excellent middle grade horror. Relatable characters in a relatable situation. That is, until the seance. Spooky and suspenseful. But it also sends good messages and showcases the ability to overcome.

This book did a fantastic job of setting up the notion of what it is like to return home to a place you used to love. It follows the main character visiting home for the first time after moving, and grappling with the changes that her friends have made while she was away. She feels the need to prove she is growing up too, even when she just wants things to be the way they used to be. Combining it with facing a fear made it a funny, haunting read for kids.

Thank you, Wendy Parris and NetGalley, for the ARC. I leave this review voluntarily and happily. Also, thank you publishers for your hard work!

This was an easy, quick read. The pacing was definitely quick and one of the things I enjoyed. The chapters weren't too long, and this book was definitely worth the read. If you enjoy a good middle grade spooky tale, then this is definitely a book for you. There are frights, challenges, and triumphs as you read throughout the book. The characters are definitely lovable, and they grow throughout the book for the better.

This is a book about friends that grew up and then a one coming home. They decide to do a seance, and things go horribly wrong. Did they anger the ghost? What's going to happen, and will they all make it out in the end? Read and find out.

I enjoyed the fact that the characters all had challenges they had to overcome. In the end, they were better for it. They all became closer to it and even learned a very important lesson. What lesson is that? Well read and you will find out for yourself.

I just reviewed Stage Fright by Wendy Parris. This is a perfect novel for middle school aged readers who enjoy suspenseful stories because it is the perfect amount of scary and feel-good. This story is based around a girl who moves away to another state and gets to spend the summer rekindling old friendships back at her home state. The story really does a great job diving into character development and relating to situations and emotions kids might experience within the short amount of pages. When the 4 friends find themselves in some action packed situations, Avery (main character) finds herself navigating some difficult situations. The ending was amazing and I will definitely be purchasing when released for my kids to read and enjoy.

"Stage Fright" by Wendy Parris is a thrilling middle-grade novel that captivates young readers with its blend of suspense and the supernatural. In the story, 13-year-old Avery returns to her hometown and reconnects with friends, only to find themselves locked in an old abandoned theater after a séance goes awry. As eerie occurrences begin to unfold, the group must navigate their fears and fraying friendships to figure out if they can escape. The novel skillfully intertwines themes of friendship, bravery, and the supernatural, making it a perfect spooky read for middle-grade readers who enjoy a good thrill. It's sure to keep young readers on the edge of their seats, eager to see how Avery and her friends handle their chilling predicament.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I will definitely be purchasing it for my kids when it is released!!