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Menacing Manor

Sinister Summer #4 / 5
by Kiersten White
Menacing Manor (Sinister Summer #4) by Kiersten White
  ★ 8.00 / 1
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Book four in the tragic series about the Sinister-Winterbottom twins, who must solve one wretched mystery after the next, brought to you by #1 New York Times bestselling author KIERSTEN WHITE. The electrifying penultimate adventure finds the Sinister-Winterbottoms at the manor of Mr. Frank and Dr. Stein!

After escaping from Edgaren't and Dr. Jay, the Sinister-Winterbottoms and their friends arrive at Stein Manor Science Camp. They all work together to distract the friendly teenage camp director so they can explore and look for clues about where their parents might be.

Meanwhile, Theo and Alexander settle on a daring plan. They know exactly where Edgaren't is going to be: coming for them, and the books. This time, they'll be ready. This time, they'll get answers. And this time, they won't trust the adult in charge, which is easy enough when it's enormous, lurking, unfriendly Mr. Frank. But as they get closer to opening the books and their parents' histories, an unexpected foe is watching everything they do. . . .

Fake volcanoes! Real sea caves! Strangely modified frogs! Startling betrayal! And a lightning-struck manor! all combine for the electrifying penultimate Sinister Summer adventure.

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Category: Middle Grade, Adventure, Mystery
Release date: May 2, 2023
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Kiersten White

Kiersten White

Kiersten White’s storytelling is a blend of fierce imagination, sharp wit, and deep emotional resonance. Known for her ability to spin complex tales of fantasy, horror, and the supernatural, White has captured the hearts of readers with her distinctly bold, often dark narratives. Her stories are where the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary blurs, where readers are invited to dive into worlds filled with magic, monsters, and unforgettable heroines.

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Kiersten grew up with a passion for both reading and writing, though she was the kind of person who loved to daydream about new worlds before ever setting them down on paper. From an early age, she found herself enchanted by stories that pushed the limits of what was possible—stories that felt real, even when they were anything but. That love of the fantastical is something that continues to infuse her books, drawing from her own love of adventurous narratives and her curiosity about what lies beneath the surface of reality.

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White made her mark with the Paranormalcy series, which quickly established her as a fresh voice in the young adult fantasy world. The series, which blends paranormal creatures with humor and heart, centers around Evie, a fierce yet relatable heroine who works as a monster-hunter and juggles the complexities of relationships, identity, and saving the world. But it’s not just the action-packed plotlines that make White’s work stand out—it’s her ability to delve into the emotional lives of her characters. Whether writing about teen angst or the complexities of friendship, Kiersten brings her characters to life with a depth that’s often missing in genre fiction.

In her later works, including the And I Darken trilogy and The Camelot Betrayal, White shifted to historical fantasy, reimagining history through the lens of the fantastical. With And I Darken, she brings to life a fierce, bold, and sometimes brutal reimagining of Vlad the Impaler’s story, with the main character, Lada, as a strong-willed, complex female lead. Her world-building in this series is rich and immersive, where battles, power struggles, and unflinching survival intersect with themes of gender, power, and self-determination.

White’s ability to tackle such varied genres—paranormal, historical, and mythological—shows her versatility as an author. She blends sharp dialogue, compelling character arcs, and bold ideas, challenging readers to reconsider what they know about the world and about themselves.

Her books have resonated with readers of all ages, particularly young adults, who find in her characters a sense of belonging, a sense of rebellion, and a voice that is unapologetically their own. White’s writing is as sharp and surprising as the twists she weaves into her narratives, making it no surprise that her books have become beloved favorites.

As Kiersten herself puts it, “I want to create books where readers feel both challenged and seen.” And it’s this balance of empathy and challenge that keeps readers coming back to her work, eager to see where her imagination will take them next.

Sinister Summer

Sinister Summer consists of five books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Wretched Waterpark (Sinister Summer #1)
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Vampiric Vacation (Sinister Summer #2)
  ★ 9.00 / 1
Camp Creepy (Sinister Summer #3)
  ★ 8.00 / 1
Menacing Manor (Sinister Summer #4)
  ★ 8.00 / 1
Haunted Holiday (Sinister Summer #5)
  ★ 8.00 / 1


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