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Title: Half-Life
Author: Tina Ferraro
Narrator: Jessica Martin
Format: Unabridged
Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-04-15
Publisher: Leap Books
Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13
Publisher's Summary:
Half a life is not worth living.
Probably not a good idea to take advice from your dead twin sister. High school sophomore Trisha Traynor and friends have played the Halloween mirror game for years, the one that's supposed to show a glimpse of the guy they'll marry. But no one's ever seen anything.
Until tonight - when Trisha is gob smacked by the candlelit arrival of her long-deceased twin sister, instead of her crush, Kirk Maxwell.
In a voice and vision that only Trisha can hear and see, Chessie claims to be back on a compassionate journey. Trisha fears she's gone nuthouse crazy. But she nonetheless follows the instructions Chessie outlines in their nightly conversations, until she finds herself stepping across some ethical lines, and probably ending all chances with Kirk.
When a sisterly showdown ensues, resulting in the shattering of the mirror, Chessie's gone again, and a heartsick Trisha sets about righting her recent wrongs. That is, until she stumbles upon the real reason Chessie had come back and the most important glimpse yet that the mirror could never predict.
Members Reviews:
a well-rounded paranormal tale
Trisha and her friends are playing the mirror game on Halloween. By candlelight they gaze into a mirror to glimpse at their future husbands. Trisha has a big crush on Kirk, whom she helps with Geometry, and sheâs hoping to see him in the mirror, but instead she sees her deceased twin sister, Chessie.
Chessieâs visitation doesnât end there. After Halloween, Trisha continues to gaze into a mirror to learn about Chessie, her afterlife, and what she wants from Trisha. Chessie directs Trisha into doing specific things, which makes her feel uncomfortable. Why is her sister giving her these orders? Trisha is in the middle of boy and friend problems, but Chessie doesnât seem to be making everything right. The shocker at the end is when the real reason behind Chessieâs demands are revealed.
This is a fast, suspenseful read. Thereâs high school drama, but also a lot of depth regarding friendship, family, and the mourning process, making this a well-rounded paranormal tale.
Five Whole Stars for Half-Life
Iâm a sucker for paranormal stories, and so Tina Ferraroâs new novella was exactly what I needed to while away an afternoon.
The story revolves around Trisha, who invokes the spirit of her late twin sister during a Halloween game. This is a total joy...but could it be a curse? As Trishaâs problems escalated, I found myself reading faster and faster, hoping everything would work out for her. I got emotionally involved big-time!
I recommend Half-Life for anyone who loves Halloween lore and especially for those who might be missing a loved one. Itâs a fun, quick read. Cleverly plotted, too. You might shed a tear or two, but there are some great touches of humor and a lovely romantic element to balance it out.
Loved it!
Algebra Rocks
Great story! Tina has a great understanding of how teenagers see and experience the world. Half-Life is just another stunning example of this. I have read all of her work and can't wait for the next one. Keep up the great work!
Half-Life Gave Me a Whole Feelling
Once again, Tina Ferraro, has written an excellent story! This time with a paranormal element, one of my favorite genres. Her characters come to life and I found myself reading faster and faster until the end.
