Books like The dark pond by Joseph Bruchac
Joseph Bruchac returns with "The Dark Pond," a fresh entry in his popular series that began with "Skeleton Man." The story follows Armie, a young student at a boarding school, who senses a mysterious presence in a nearby forest pond. Drawing on legends of the Shawnee people, Armie suspects that the creature lurking beneath the water may be connected to his heritage. Bruchac weaves together contemporary settings and ancient lore to craft a tense, child‑friendly horror adventure that respects Native‑American culture while keeping young readers on the edge of their seats.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Joseph Bruchac
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