Whispers from the Grave [Paperback]

Leslie Rule (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1995

When Jenna discovers the diary of a girl who was murdered over 100 years ago, she is startled by how much they have in common. Rita looked like her, acted like her, and faced the trials of high school while experiencing the thrill of first love. As Jenna reads of Rita's tragic past, she fears for her own future. Because Rita's history is repeating itself--in Jenna's life.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-9-Suki and Jenna are hanging out in the attic one afternoon in 2070 when Jenna uncovers an old diary and a photograph of someone who looks remarkably like her. When questioned, her mother refuses to discuss the matter. Suki, desperate to be popular, invites Jenna and a group of "cool" kids to participate in an experiment on psychokinetic (PK) abilities for her uncle, a scientist. Jenna's PK abilities are so tremendous that Dr. Grady urges her to test a new invention that would allow her to move back and forth between time. And Jenna desperately needs to go backwards in years. The diary she found actually belongs to her sister, Rita, who was murdered by her boyfriend; Jenna was a frozen embryo at the time. She is determined to try to prevent the tragedy. This futuristic romance/drama wanders down a long and involved story line. And while the main characters are absorbing and the events that surround them exciting, the book's tone lacks cohesion. The cover art, with its shimmering colors and raised letters, is designed to attract readers of horrific mysteries, but only truly dedicated readers will find satisfaction in this time-travel tale.
Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System, FL
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Berkley (June 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0425147770
• ISBN-13: 978-0425147771
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #187,996 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Turned out to be the type of book that I love!, December 11, 2002

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Debbie Fitzgerald (Concord, MI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Whispers from the Grave (Paperback)

I bought this book at a garage sale earlier in the year and I just figured it would be a 'scary' book (I'm an avid fan of Stephen King, John Saul, etc.) As I started reading it, I began to think that I wouldn't like it....set in 2070, the main character is 'connected' to a girl from 1970 who was brutally murdered. At first, I didn't like the fact that it was set so far into the future. I figured from reading the cover that it was recent time and that 100 years before that the murder occurred. I got over that fact quickly when I began to see what was unfolding before my eyes! I couldn't put this book down! [Ask my boyfriend! I was up all night last night, under the covers with my flashlight finishing the book! :)]

I don't want to spoil this book for anyone so I won't divulge any secrets but I just want to say that this is a GREAT READ and that I will keep this in my collection for sure! And if I might make another recommendation, if you LOVE this book then you must read "The Mirror" by Marlys Millhiser! These two books are my favorites now!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH!, August 3, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Whispers from the Grave (Paperback)

It is so awesome how in the future they have all that neat stuff. I really felt that I knew Jenna and Rita, and all the other characters in the book. I really loved this book. Leslie Rule Rules! She is a really great author. I read this book in 1 day!This book is so realistic, and so suspenseful. I really like the way Leslie Rule writes.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Is A Great Book!!!!!!!, October 20, 2003

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Whispers from the Grave (Paperback)

I am not a very good reader. I read 1 book in a year. I finished this in 2 days!!!!!!!!!! Its a great book and i love how Leslie Rule discribes what happens. again it is a great book!