In Grave Surprise, it's not some allegory about religion, sex, or power - rather, a marker of difference. Paranormal events in literature always seem to symbolize something. Narrator Alyssa Bresnahan’s careful reading makes this novel a sumptuous treat for mystery fans. Harris’ expert pacing builds the suspense as two young sleuths navigate a string of strange occurrences that has others scratching their heads. So with her loyal stepbrother Tolliver, Harper begins to amass clues that will solve the case. Tabitha has been missing for two years-and now the police are suspicious of Harper. There, Harper stands atop a grave and says there are two bodies entombed: one centuries old, but the other, a young girl named Tabitha. In Memphis, skeptical Professor Nunley wants her to demonstrate that skill at an ancient cemetery. After being struck by lighting as a child, she discovered an eerie ability to locate the deceased. Twenty-something Harper Connolly has a gift. Supernatural curiosities, finely wrought characters, and unpredictable plotting combine in this exciting whodunit. Southern mystery writer Charlaine Harris is the New York Times best-selling author of Grave Sight and the Sookie Stackhouse series.
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