Book details
Life After Theft
Description
Kimberlee's dead. Has been for a while, actually.Stuck haunting the halls of her high school, she's doomed to an afterlife of boredom. That is until the new kid shows up.The first thing Jeff spots is Kimberlee lying on the floor as other students walk right through her. Pretty soon she's harangued him into helping her escape to the afterlife.Kimberlee guesses that once Jeff rights her mean girl wrongs she'll be able to move on. But nothing is simple in life after death…Clash meets sass in this uproarious modern-day retelling of Baroness Orczy's The Scarlet Pimpernel, by #1 New York Times bestselling author.
Age
12-13
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
346 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'Life After Theft' offers readers a unique and captivating story that combines elements of the supernatural with the trials and tribulations of high school life, making it an engaging read for young adults and fans of paranormal fiction.
- Moral Lessons: The book explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the consequences of one's actions, providing valuable moral lessons that resonate with readers and encourage self-reflection.
- Relatable Characters: Aprilynne Pike creates characters that are relatable and well-developed, allowing readers to connect with their struggles, relationships, and personal growth throughout the story.
- Entertaining Twist on a Classic Tale: The novel presents a modern twist on the classic ghost story by introducing a kleptomaniac ghost who needs help to make amends. This fresh take on a familiar genre keeps the narrative interesting and entertaining.