By Sandra Dussault
Paperback
Publisher Orca Book Publishers Imprint Orca ISBN9781459843059
Escape from Hillcrest House
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Finnigan lives with his parents and brother at Hillcrest House, a creepy mansion deep in the woods that he has never left, not even once.
The world beyond its gates has become unlivable since "the Happenings", when atomic warfare resulted in mass destruction and transformed humans into blood-drinking creatures. That's why Finnigan and his family must stay inside. Still, Finnigan's life at Hillcrest House is busy with chores, tutoring and the strange memory exercises that his strict parents insist on. Then one day he stumbles upon a secret room in the basement filled with evidence that his life is built on a bed of lies. Shocked by what he finds, Finnigan realizes that if he ever wants to find out the truth, he will have to brave the outside world—before it’s too late.
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Hi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
Hi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
Hi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
For Grades 5-8
This collection features high-interest, low-reading-level titles for middle school readers seeking accessible text paired with age-appropriate, engaging stories. Selections include fiction and some nonfiction, ranging from branded hi-lo titles to carefully chosen middle grade books written at a lower reading level. The collection emphasizes fast-moving stories, clear language, and strong hooks, meeting middle schoolers where they are as readers while still offering stories that feel relatable and interesting.
Interests
Fiction, Nonfiction, Struggling Readers, Reluctant Readers, Graphic Novels, Novels in Verse, ESL
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Flesh and BloodHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Violence: Death,Violence: War/Harsh Realities of War
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Monster Slayer: A Beowulf TaleHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
July 2025
POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Illustrations/Images: Blood/Gore,Violence: Death,Violence: General
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Dial If You DareHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Violence: Death,Violence: General
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Words MatterHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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Crime: Punishment/Execution,Violence: Genocide,Violence: War/Harsh Realities of War
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Bark Twice for MurderHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Violence: Death
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Escape from the USS IndianapolisHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Violence: Death,Violence: General,Violence: Self-Harm Reference/Discussion,Violence: War/Harsh Realities of War
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BustedHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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POTENTIALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Language: Infrequent Use,Language: Mild Language,Violence: General
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Do Not Go Out At NightHi-Lo Middle (Grades 5-8)
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Language: Infrequent Use,Language: Mild Language,Violence: Death
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