Stalking Jack the Ripper meets a YA Devil in the White City in this terrifying story of a girl trying to save her sister from one of the most notorious mass murderers in history.
When Zuretta's sister, Ruby, travels to Chicago, and disappears, Zuretta leaves home to find her. She has a little bit of money from her Utah church, an abiding fandom of the legendary Pinkertons, and a deep hope and faith of finding Ruby soon.
After a series of mishaps, she claws her way forward, taking a job in the very place her sister Ruby last worked—a hotel owned by notorious serial killer Dr. H. H. Holmes.
But Zuretta's efforts to find out what happened to her sister don't go unnoticed, and before long, she finds herself up against one of the most infamous mass murderers in American history—and his custom-built death trap.
Topics Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency. World’s Columbian Exposition, 1893. Chicago, Illinois. Household employees. Sisters. Buildings. Murder. Mystery and detective stories. Horror stories. Nineteenth-century history of Chicago, Illinois.
Lexile HL790L
Trim Size 8 3/10" x 5 1/2"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2021-08-02
JLG Release Date Oct 2021
Minimum grade 10
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Paperback Escape Reads High (Grades 10 & Up)
Paperback Escape Reads High
Paperback Escape Reads High (Grades 10 & Up)
For Grades 10 & Up
This collection features original trade paperbacks designed to provide an enjoyable escape for older teen readers. The list includes romances, mysteries, suspense, and other engaging stories that are easy to get lost in. Occasional selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers. Moderate mature content appropriate for older teens may be present, making this a great choice for readers seeking accessible, age-appropriate entertainment.