
"The 13th Floor A Ghost Story" takes readers on a thrilling adventure with twelve-year-old Buddy Stebbins, who, after becoming orphaned with his older sister Liz, discovers a mysterious connection to their past. When Liz vanishes, Buddy follows her back in time to a 17th-century pirate ship. He soon learns Liz is accused of witchcraft and faces execution. This fast-paced chapter book blends historical fiction, time travel, and ghost story elements, offering a suspenseful quest driven by sibling loyalty. It's suitable for children aged 8-12, providing an engaging plot that explores themes of bravery, justice, and family bonds. Parents should be aware of mild peril and spooky scenes related to pirates, ghosts, and the witch trial setting.
When his older sister disappears, twelve-year-old Buddy Stebbins follows her back in time and finds himself aboard a seventeenth-century pirate ship captained by a distant relative.