47 pages 1 hour read

J. A. White

Nightbooks

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Nightbooks by J. A. White follows a boy named Alex who is captured by a witch. To avoid harm, he must read her a new original story each night from his own collection. Alex meets Yasmin, another captive, and together they search for a way to escape the witch's sinister apartment.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews of J. A. White's Nightbooks highlight its engaging, dark fantasy narrative that appeals to middle-grade readers. The storytelling intertwines fairy tale elements with suspense, keeping readers intrigued. However, some critique its predictable plot twists and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it offers a captivating, spooky adventure for young audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nightbooks?

Readers who revel in eerie, fantastical tales like Coraline by Neil Gaiman or A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket will find Nightbooks by J. A. White enthralling. Ideal for middle-grade readers, it combines suspense, dark magic, and the power of storytelling, appealing to those who enjoy immersive, spine-tingling adventures.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Book Details

Genre

Fantasy

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Children's Literature

Themes

Life/Time: Childhood & Youth

Relationships: Friendship

Values/Ideas: Literature