Sandra Dussault

Key Selling Points Fourteen-year-old Finnigan stumbles across proof that his secluded life at Hillcrest House has been built on lies, and that the home he thought was protecting him from the dangers in the world might in fact be a much greater evil. This fast-paced novel combines elements of horror, thriller and science fiction into a captivating tale of deception and escape. The setting of a creepy mansion in a dark forest will appeal to readers of haunted house or dark academia books.
The twisty plot and surprising conclusion will delight fans of horror and historical stories alike. This is the tenth book in the Orca Shivers series, a series that will thrill readers with spine-tingling tales of horror, suspense and mystery. These fast-paced novels with intriguing, original illustrations are a great high-interest choice for middle-grade readers. A 2026 Junior Library Guild (JLG) Gold Standard Selection.