Books like Nothing but ghosts by Beth Kephart
After her mother dies, Katie lives with her art‑restoring father in a house that feels too big. She takes a summer job at a garden estate, where she meets two brothers and a striking librarian. Together they delve into a mystery that intertwines secrets in a faded painting and a locked bedroom door. Throughout the summer, Katie learns to cope with grief, embraces her growing affection for others, and finds a path toward healing amid the shadows of her past. The story blends mystery, art conservation, and botanical settings into a tender coming‑of‑age narrative.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Beth Kephart
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