Sir Simon takes the idea of ghosts and turns it slightly onto it's ear. He's a pleasant character, in that he does not wish those he haunts any actual harm. He's doing a job. Some parts he enjoys; others are more of a chore. Add into the mix an enthusiastic child. A child who finds the idea of ghosts thrilling. Simon, as we might expect tricks the boy into doing his chores. The resulting role reversal serves to teach young readers about strengths, seeing the world from a new perspective, and empathy. The plot is simple enough for young readers to follow, inventive enough for older kids to enjoy. Most importantly, the illustrations add context, emotion, and a dose of cheeky humor to the tale.
Advanced Reader Copy provided by NetGalley
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