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Overview

All Kat Roberts wants is to be normal, or at least to look that way to students at her new school. But her mother is a medium, and not the kind that fits in between small and large; Kat's mom is the kind of medium who sees spirits and communicates with them. And, even worse, Kat has just discovered that she can see spirits too.

In this first adventure in the popular Suddenly Supernatural series, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel brings humor and heart to the trials and tribulations of finding out who you are and who you want to be-all while surviving the seventh grade.

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The introductory book to the "Suddenly Supernatural" series presents Kat Roberts, a typical seventh-grader with a very atypical gift and home life. Kat's mother is a medium and single mother who helps spirits communicate. Upon Kat's thirteenth birthday, the younger Roberts suddenly discovers that she, too, has the supernatural ability of seeing and communicating with ghosts, including the flutist haunting her school's library. While Kat initially tries to hide this gift from her mother, and her mother from popular classmate and project partner Shoshanna Longbarrow, the budding medium eventually grows to accept her gift and to appreciate her mother. There is very little of the dramatic tension or suspenseful thrills of more typical ghost stories. I; instead, the conflict centers around Kat's relationships and interactions with Kat's her mother, Shoshanna, Kat's newfound best friend Jac, and Shoshanna's bullying lackey Brooklyn,. The conflict also centers around and the Satellite Girls, a faceless group of girls like Brooklyn who wish to get on Shoshanna's good side by displaying their own bad ones and berating outsider classmates like Kat and Jac, a talented cellist who must bring her large, conspicuous instrument to school each day. In the course of the novel, both Kat and Jac learn to accept themselves and their unique gifts as they help the ghostly flutist and her living aunt, who happens also to be Jac's music teacher. Because the book is more focused on this search for internal acceptance rather than any dangerous otherworldly interactions, the book will not likely appeal to the male audience, but has will have definite potential and value for young teen and preteen girls likelyexperiencing similar social pressures. Reviewer: Jennifer Wood
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Kat is a middle school girl who naturally wants to be popular and well-known, but when she inherits her mother's so-called "gift," that goal seems out of the question. This book is a good one for sixth through eighth graders because it portrays the opposite ends of popularity through Kat's point of view. It is a good read marred only by the fact that the author leaves one question unanswered. Reviewer: Libby Vasey, Teen Reviewer
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Kat has been a loner most of seventh grade, fearing public humiliation if word got out that her mother both sees and talks to ghosts. Supernatural activities like extreme temperature changes and howling would not be considered cool. Against her better judgment, Kat befriends the new girl, Jac, who is always lugging around a humongous cello case. Both outcasts, they become fast friends. Kat confides in Jac about her spirit-sighted mother and that since her thirteenth birthday, Kat has been seeing ghosts, too. A deceased student demands Kat's attention, propelling them into research mode. They discover that the ghost is Suzanne Bemis, a flutist who was taught by Jac's music teacher before she died. Now they have to put the clues together, figure out what Suzanne is trying to tell them, and help her cross over. This delightfully fun and well-written story is a fast, clean read that is sure to be a hit with middle school girls. Its nice blend of supernatural and reality will attract fantasy and non-fantasy readers alike. Even though the friends are not "popular," the characters are strong, and Kat's narration is witty, with quips like "my mother is your basic incense-burning, Indian-Skirt-wearing vegetarian." The plot is a bit overdone with an outcast teen developing super powers, but it is still engaging and compelling. The open-ended conclusion and back cover blurb imply a sequel. Young readers will be anxious for more. Count on this one flying off the shelves. Reviewer: Sarah Cofer
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For Kat, life in Medford, NY, is complicated. Her mom's a professional medium, communing with spirits. After Kat's 13th birthday, she starts seeing ghosts, too, and she fears being ostracized and perpetually friendless. She becomes friendly with Jac, a talented cellist who lugs around her instrument but hasn't played since an incident of intense stage fright, and together the reluctant medium and reluctant musician share their secrets, Kat's new dog, and a supernatural experience in the school library. The ghost of a flute-playing former student needs their help. This is middle-grade fiction meets Ghost Whisperer , combining a spectral plot with a stereotypical adolescent setting that kids will relate to-catty peers and dealing with the social hierarchy mapped out in lunch tables. The book isn't scary, but there is a creepy moment during a predawn school "break-in." The main characters are likable, and the mystery's clues are well paced. There is occasional unnatural-sounding dialogue and odd/old slang. Pop-cultural references abound. Unresolved conflicts remain but are interesting enough to merit reading further installments.-Danielle Serra, Cliffside Park Public Library, NJ

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Kat is used to her mom's being a medium, but when Kat herself begins seeing the dead, it's the last thing she wants. It's bad enough being unpopular, living in a spooky house and having a mother who wears harem pants: All Kat wants is to fit in, to be normal. Now, just as she has finally made a friend-Jac, a frustrated cellist-ghosts start appearing, ghosts who need her help. When Jac proves to be an unexpected ally, Kat is initially relieved. But then it appears that Jac has a connection to the ghost Kat sees. Can Kat lend a hand? Is she up to the dual task of supporting her friend and helping the dead rest in peace? This is light fare, but Kimmel provides lively, believable characters, some real-life problems and just the right amount of suspense. A satisfying start to a new series, this will especially appeal to tweens who like their paranormal with a touch of humor and some daily life. (Fantasy. 9-12)

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780316066839
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  • Publication date: 6/1/2008
  • Pages: 320
  • Sales rank: 378,120
  • Age range: 9 - 12 Years
  • Lexile: 790L (what's this?)
  • Series: Suddenly Supernatural Series , #1
  • Product dimensions: 5.40 (w) x 7.70 (h) x 1.10 (d)

Meet the Author

A career children's book author, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel is best known as the author of the Lily B. books. To prepare to write this novel, she consulted with a renowned medium who advised her on what it was like growing up with the ability to see the dead. You can visit her online at www.codykimmel.com.

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  • Posted September 2, 2009

    For sure a page turner!

    This is a book you can't wait to find out what happens but you don't want it to end. Of course seeing ghosts and stuff is a little on the strange side at first but then you just want to read it since it's so interesting. I personally don't believe in mediums but I'm already on the second book! It's very thrilling and a must read for girls ages 8-12 that are into ghost stories or mysteries.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 17, 2008

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    Dead people are ruining Kat's life.

    Seventh grade is hard enough, but when your mom is a medium and calls up spirits that then invade the house, inviting people over and trying to make friends is not easy.

    Things get worse when Kat herself starts to see spirits. She doesn't want to be a medium and isn't sure she's cut out for communicating with the dead. Plus, Kat's afraid that her family's dark secret will jeopardize her newfound friendship with Jac, the new girl at school.

    When the spirit of former student, Suzanne Bennis, appears to Kat in the school library seeking her help, Kat can't ignore her powers any longer. Will Kat be able to help Suzanne? And will Jac stay with her or think her new friend is crazy?

    This was such a fun read! Ghosts and mystery take center stage of the story, but there is also the typical middle school drama of popular crowds and mean girls. The friendship between Kat and Jac is what makes this story. Kat is funny as a reluctant medium and her inner thoughts about life and school made me laugh out loud. Jac is full of spunk and everyone should have a best friend like her.

    Perfect for fans wanting a middle school story with a paranormal twist, SCHOOL SPIRIT is the first in the SUDDENLY SUPERNATURAL series.

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 6, 2011

    Awsome

    One of the best books i ever read!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 30, 2008

    Suddenly Supernatral

    This book was awesome. I loved the characters. Sooo great!!!

    1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 9, 2012

    Pretty cool

    I have not read this book but i read the rest of them and they were great. Fyi i am a ten yar old girl and this book is not scary at all....its really gooooooood u r going to love it

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 24, 2012

    OKAY, HERES THE SCOOP:

    Kat just turned 13. Ever since then, she has been hiding it from her mother. But when a new girl shows up at school, Kat decides to be friendy. Soon Kat finds out the girls name is Jac, and they become friends. But then an old school spirit named Suzzane Bennis tries to get help from Kat. Will Kat be able to handle the job? Will YOU be able to handle sleeping through the night without buying this book? Its an amazingly written page turning novel for you, and the whole family! So basicaly, what i want to say is; BUY THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 18, 2012

    Suddenly Supernatural is amazing

    I think Suddenly Supernatural is for any child that LOVES the supernatural or is interested in it. This is an amazing book that I think a child could really relate to. I loved the book when I was reading it and was upset when I had to end it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 23, 2011

    Love it

    I really like this book although i was a bit hesitant at first because of the topics of ghosts but it was very good!

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  • Posted July 4, 2011

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    looks cool

    cool it looks

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  • Posted June 22, 2011

    Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!

    This was like so awesome and like so like cool i could like not belive it! You shuold like so read this book like really! $omebody

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  • Posted March 3, 2011

    AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!

    This book is wonderfully written but a little scary at some points in the book. I definetly recommend it!!

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  • Posted June 16, 2010

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    I Love These Books!!!!!!

    these books are some of the best around! i have read the the first and second books and can not wait to read the third!

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  • Posted April 5, 2010

    This book is awsome :-D

    this book is like my favorite i have read it more than once more like 5 times and i never get bored of it and i only got it last year but i didnt now that there was more to it so i pretty shure im going to look into buying the other 2 books and lets hope they are just as good as the first one im exited

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  • Posted January 19, 2010

    Loved It!

    This book was a good thriller.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 20, 2009

    i lovvvvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee this book

    i love this book so much but im still not done cause i just started the 1st one but im almost done and i loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee it!!!!!!!!
    im gonna buy the next 2 books this book is good for everyone !!!!!! u can learn so many things from it its also fun to read unlike some other books booooooring!!!!!!! but this one is totaly NOT boring this is my favourite book ever OMG i cant wait to finish it and read the other two
    and when i told everyone that the 2 next books of suddenly supernatural is i want for christmas they were surprised coz i hate books well no anymore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Posted April 4, 2009

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    AWESOME!!- An AMAZING ghost story!

    Kat's mom is a medium, the kind that talks and interact with spirits and ghosts. Sounds freaky, right? Thats why Kat hasn't told any of her friends yet. But, a few days after her 13th birthday she starts seeing spirits too. Soon, a ghost of a 17-year old girl needs Kats help. Now Kat and her best friend, Jac, have to help her, or can they?? This is one of the best ghost stories I've EVER read!! I love how it's from Kat's point of view- it sounds as if she is telling the story to you in person. My favorite characters is Kat (of course!) and Jac. I finished it in less then a day because I loved it so much! It goes by very fast, but keeps you wanting to read more. If you've read the first book in this awesome series, you should definitely read the rest!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 27, 2008

    Amazing!

    this book is truly awesome. I am not very into books but I was forced to do a book report so I chose this book. I read it in one day. I LOVED IT!!!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 12, 2008

    breathtaking

    I read this book and i thought it was amazing all the details and the visual thoughts the author brought into the book. it was just clearly amazing.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted August 5, 2008

    Paranomaly exciting

    this book took my breath away i read it in 2 days i read this book like it was my job i reccomend this book for grades 5-7

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    Posted March 9, 2011

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