
In "Operating Codes," five-year-old Matty and fifteen-year-old Graham find their new home, Sentinel House, is haunted by ghosts from a nearby abandoned military compound. Their family's life takes a dramatic turn when their father is arrested for posting secret weapons system information online, facing charges of treason. The brothers must navigate the supernatural occurrences while trying to understand and clear their father's name, exploring themes of justice, family loyalty, and the ethics of whistleblowing. This chapter book is suitable for readers aged 8-12, offering a blend of mystery, suspense, and family drama.
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The father's role as a 'conscientious objector' implies moral and ethical dilemmas, which could be discussed.