Books like Ruined by Paula Morris
After the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, 14‑year‑old Rebecca travels to New Orleans to stay with her aunt. While exploring the streets and the ruins of the city, she encounters a mysterious ghost girl named Lisette. Their bond deepens as Rebecca grapples with the ghost’s past, the challenges of living in a community still healing, and her own fears about the unseen forces that surround them. Set against the haunted streets of New Orleans, the story blends mystery, teenage drama, and supernatural suspense.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Paula Morris
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