Book cover
Ages:
6
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Engagement:
Author:
Mac Barnett
Genre:
Horror
Published:
2015
Page Count:
56
Where to Buy:
Ages:
6
+

Leo: A Ghost Story

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A friendly ghost named Leo haunts an old house and befriends the family who moves in, but they mistake his helpful gestures for hauntings and hire an exorcist to get rid of him. A funny, warmhearted picture book that inverts the typical haunting narrative.

Content Ratings

No Romance
There is no romantic content; Leo's relationship with the family is based on his desire to help and be accepted.
Light Themes
Leo is a lonely ghost who longs for connection but is misunderstood; themes of loneliness, communication, and the fear of rejection are handled with humor and warmth; the tone is sweet and ultimately affirming.
No Violence
There is no violence; Leo's 'haunting' is entirely benign and helpful; the exorcist is comic rather than threatening.