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Elatsoe

Darcie Little Badger

Ellie, a contemporary Lipan Apache teenager in Texas, learns in a dream visit from her cousin Trevor that he was murdered. She is accustomed to the spirit world and is accompanied by Kirbie, her dog who remains with her after death. Named for an ancestor known for confronting real-world and supernatural dangers, Ellie investigates with her best friend Jay. Their search leads toward a secretive Texas town, a doctor’s clinic, and vampires, including some who join their effort to find Trevor’s killer.

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Book details

Lexile Text Measure
HL610L
ATOS Book Level
4.7
AR Interest Level
UG
AR Points
11
Word Count
76437
Fountas & Pinnell Text Level
O
Themes
Cultural Heritage · Folklore And Mythology · Friendship · Grief And Loss · Mystery And Discovery
Format
Paperback
Published
October 31, 2023
Pages
368
ISBN-13
9781646142767
Language
English
Cooperative Children's Book Center, University of Wisconsin–MadisonCCBC Choices
  • 2021Fiction for Young Adults
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