The Girl Behind the Glass by Jane Kelley Ages 9+ 192 pages Random House August 2011 Hardcover     Narrated by a ghost, The Girl Behind the Glass is a suspenseful story of three sisters who have just moved into a mysterious old house in the country. The tension between the sisters is evident from the beginning. The younger twins, Anna and Hannah, are close, but their relationship with their older sister, Selena, is strained; they often try to trick or scare her. When the girls start school, Anna immediately makes friends, assimilates into the school environment, and embraces the “typical” interests of a middle school girl. Much more introverted and observant, Hannah finds herself a loner, left out of activities when her twin is included. Hannah is keenly aware of a presence in the house. A ghost? Who? Why? The voice of the narrator makes this story unique: the ghost knows something, but it is revealed very slowly. Give this to girls who believe (or want to believe) in the supernatural. Although not a long book, it does drag on in parts. The ghost presents the reader with interesting descriptions and small clues to the mystery. As the ghost herself reveals, the final message of family forgiveness and unity is positive, one we can all use to affirm our family relationships. With an attractive yet spooky cover, this is a good book for girls who want just a little scare.     web reviews   Kristine Wildner/2011 for curled up with a good kid's book   For grown-up fiction, nonfiction and speculative fiction book reviews, visit our sister site Curled Up With a Good Book (www.curledup.com)