A Stir of Bones

In A Stir of Bones, the stand-alone prequel to Nina Hoffman's acclaimed novels, fourteen-year-old Susan Backstrom appears to have the perfect life with her wealthy and supportive parents. However, she discovers a different reality when she overhears a conversation about sneaking into an abandoned house, leading her to uncover not only a teenage ghost but also a magical, living house that offers her a chance to transform her life. Joined by five new friends—three humans, one ghost, and the House itself—Susan embarks on an extraordinary adventure filled with secrets and the potential for change.