Books like Graveyard Girl by Anna Myers
In the blistering 1878 yellow fever outbreak that swept Memphis, Tennessee, twelve‑year‑old Eli faces a world of illness and loss. When he meets Addie, a young child who has yet to become a ghost, the two become unlikely companions. Addie's invisible mother offers guidance from beyond the grave, while a brave girl who runs the bustling city graveyard provides the tangible aid needed for survival. Together, the trio navigates the terror of a city on the brink, exploring themes of mortality, courage, and the bonds that keep children alive in the darkest times.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Anna Myers
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