The Uninvited

"The Uninvited" is a suspenseful mystery novel for young adult readers, following college student Mimi Shapiro as she attempts to escape a difficult past. Seeking solace at her father's remote Canadian cottage, she discovers a mysterious young musician, Jay, already living there. The situation quickly escalates when strange and threatening objects, like a dead bird and a snakeskin, begin to appear, each accusing the other of being the culprit. This book explores themes of trust, past trauma, and the unsettling nature of the unknown, making it a compelling read for mature teens. Parents should be aware of the underlying theme of a past "foolish affair with a professor" and the psychological tension, which makes it suitable for ages 12-16.

Mimi Shapiro had a disturbing freshman year at NYU, thanks to a foolish affair with a professor who still haunts her caller ID. So when her father offers the use of his remote Canadian cottage, she's glad to head up north. The key is hidden where her dad said it would be, so she's shocked to find someone living there—Jay, a young musician, who is equally startled to meet Mimi. What's more, he accuses her of leaving strange and threatening tokens inside: a dead bird, a snakeskin, a cricket soundtrack in his composition. But Mimi has just arrived, so who is responsible? And more alarmingly, what does the intruder want?