Ghost Knight

Cornelia Funke's 'Ghost Knight' is a thrilling chapter book for middle-grade readers, blending contemporary boarding school life with a compelling historical ghost mystery. Eleven-year-old Jon Whitcroft, initially resentful about being sent to Salisbury Cathedral School, finds himself in grave danger when he's haunted by menacing ghosts. These spirits, connected to a centuries-old murder, threaten his life, forcing Jon and his resourceful new friend, Ella, to summon the legendary Ghost Knight, Sir William Longspee, for protection. The story explores themes of bravery, friendship, justice, and finding one's place, all while Jon navigates his new school and a complicated family dynamic. Parents should be aware of the suspenseful and potentially scary scenes involving vengeful ghosts, but the overall tone is one of adventure and ultimately, resolution.