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Shadows of Ghosts carries readers to Enara, a kingdom at war with itself, where for centuries centaurs have been treated like animals because of their horse-like lower bodies; they've been forced to work as slaves in the southern agricultural provinces, and have been bought and sold like livestock. But a strong abolitionist faction has convinced many that centaurs' human torsos, heads, and intellectual abilities make them humans, who should be liberated from slavery and granted the same rights as any other person. After four years of being forced to live in a remote village and having to keep his real identity a secret, Cal Lanshire, days away from his thirteenth birthday, is given the best birthday present he can imagine. He is told the war is almost over and he will soon be allowed to return home. But then an old acquaintance unexpectedly arrives with news that changes everything. Cal's father, the king, has been assassinated. Suddenly the outcome of the war and the very fate of the kingdom depend upon Cal being able to reach the capital where he will take his father's place. With only his crafty best friend by his side and an escaped centaur slave to guide him, can Cal make it through an enchanted, hostile wilderness, past the assassins sent to kill him, and back to the capital before it's too late?

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Shadows of Ghosts is a great read for pre-teens and teens, and really, for people of all ages. --Douglas Cobb, Guardianlv.com

Based on the blurb, I knew I would enjoy Shadows of Ghosts, but I never thought I'd love it as much as I did. It's fantastic! --Melisa Greenfield, Mells Shelves

The book is very well written. . .I would heartily recommend it to everyone. --R.P. BenDedek, Magic City Morning Star

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Stefan Haucke, driven by the desire to learn about other cultures and the need for adventure, has traveled to over twenty nations. He rode a camel near the pyramids in Egypt, swam with sea lions in the waters of the Galapagos Islands, climbed the Great Wall of China, hiked near the Acropolis in Athens, went dog sledding in northern Michigan, and photographed polar bears in Canada. Along his many travels, Stefan has successfully worked as a deckhand, a shepherd, a dispatcher for an emergency services unit, an electric meter reader, and an office manager. He has also found the time to study the literature and history of ancient Greece, Russia, and the United States, and loves reading folktales, fairytales, and urban legends. He also enjoys astronomy, and on clear nights can be found gazing at the stars and planets with his telescope.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ MacTavish (November 27, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 324 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0615902502
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0615902500
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.73 x 8 inches

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Stefan Haucke, driven by the desire to learn about other cultures and the need for adventure, has traveled to over twenty nations. He rode a camel near the pyramids in Egypt, swam with sea lions in the waters of the Galapagos Islands, climbed the Great Wall of China, hiked near the Acropolis in Athens, went dog sledding in northern Michigan, and photographed polar bears in Canada.

Along his many travels, Stefan has successfully worked as a deckhand, a shepherd, a dispatcher for an emergency services unit, an electric meter reader, and an office manager. He has also found the time to study the literature and history of ancient Greece, Russia, and the United States, and loves reading folktales, fairytales, and urban legends. He also enjoys astronomy, and on clear nights can be found gazing at the stars and planets with his telescope.

For more information, please visit: www.stefanhaucke.com

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Lara

A great read

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I started reading "Shadows of Ghosts" and had a hard time setting it down. It covers conflict, friendship, fear and fairness. I feel it is a book for all ages. Enjoy!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 24, 2014

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This is a riveting adventure in a completely different place and time. I found myself sucked into this wild ride of travel and have recommended it to my teenaged grandchildren to read. Loved it!

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Gary Hodges

refreshing new entertainment

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The writer's style is so well done, the story pulls you in, and keeps you there. I loved it immensly.!

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Anne C.

Very entertaining tale

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Although this novel is for young adults, I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. Based on the premise of the north vs south Civil War, this happens in the kingdom of Enara with the northern provinces wanting to free the centaurs from slavery in the southern provinces. Discrimination is alive and well in Enara, with the south believing centaurs are not human, how could they possibly be, and the north believe that they are people too. 12 year old Prince Cal Lanshire has been sent away to a tiny village for his protection during the war. He has to hide his identity and not make friends. Of course, boys will be boys, and Cal meets Mont, a hot tempered country boy, who has the "street smarts" Cal lacks. They think their friendship is a secret and proceed to have boyhood adventures. When Cal's father, the King, is assassinated, shades of Abe Lincoln, Mont and Cal, along with Ellsben, a runaway centaur looking for his wife and child who were sold, start out on an adventure to get Cal to safety. General Grintar is the Supreme Commander of the Military who has amassed his troops in the western territories where General Macton has no authority over them. Grintar is the only one that can be trusted to keep Cal safe and out of the hands of General Macton, the Speaker of Parliament, who has stepped in as provisional head of the government. General Macton would have Cal killed, so that he can step up and be the ruler. By law, Cal cannot become King until he is 13 and must be protected and returned safely to Enara. The problem is the three have to travel through some of the southern provinces to get to General Grintar. A centaur travelling alone with two young boys is not going to be looked upon favourably. During their travels, they meet many interesting people with some amazing stories to tell. It is not always easy and danger lurks around every corner, literally. This novel was well-written and easy to read. The characters were great, even the fleeting ones. This is delightful story that will appeal to all ages. I must say that it made a wonderful departure from my usual choice of reading material. It was very entertaining.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 18, 2014

In Shadows of Ghosts, the kingdom of Enara is embroiled in a bitter civil war between the supporters of the slavery of Centaurs and those opposed to it. Cal Lanshire, the pre-teen heir to the throne has been rushed into hiding to protect him. To explain why he is always surrounded with adults, people are told that he is a distant cousin of the king. To keep him safe, he is not supposed to make friends with any of the children who live in the area. However, when he meets Mont, the son of a Congressor (supporters of slavery), who has become an outcast because of his father's views, they become fast friends. This friendship will sustain them through the very harrowing adventures ahead for them as the war comes to an end but the sides remain divided and Cal must make his way home through enemy territory.

That this fantasy novel aimed at middle-graders is meant as an allegory of the American Civil War is apparent throughout. It is clearly meant to make this important period of history interesting and accessible to its young readers and it certainly does that. The characters of Cal and Mont are extremely likable as is Ellsben, the escaped centaur who has agreed to lead them despite the very real danger it puts him in. There is plenty of edge-of-your-seat adventure to keep the reader entertained throughout the novel. At times, there is a great deal of tension as the trio face constant obstacles that may be a bit much for a very young reader but, for the most part, this is the kind of story which will appeal to adults as well as both a middle-grade and YA audience.

The story also raises important questions about racism and prejudice, forgiveness and whether children should suffer for the sins of their parents. However, these moral issues never overwhelm the story which is, first and foremost, an exciting adventure tale from beginning to end.

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Fantastic New Read - Shadows or Ghosts gets 5 stars from me!!

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If you liked The Hobbit, the Harry Potter series or the Hunger Games, you will LOVE Shadows or Ghosts ! I am a middle school English teacher and this is a book I know my students will love. I am ordering 3 copies today! Very well written by Haucke who keeps you guessing and in suspense throughout the entire novel. With a repeating theme seen throughout history of discrimination and good vs. evil, Haucke recreates in such an imaginative way the reader rediscovers anew. A must read for not only young adult readers, adults will love it as well. Can't wait until the sequel comes out - congratulation Stefan Haucke - may I have your signature?
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