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City of Ghosts
by Schwab, Victoria
After a near-death experience, Cassidy Blake finds that the veil between the living and the dead has become as thin as tissue paper. When her parents, who host a ghost-hunting TV show, move the family to Edinburgh, Scotland, Cassidy discovers she is not just an observer of the supernatural, but a bridge between worlds. The story follows her as she navigates the citys dark history, armed with a camera and a ghost best friend named Jacob. You will feel the chill of the fog and the weight of centuries-old secrets as Cassidy learns that meddling with the afterlife comes with a steep price. It is a brisk, unsettling, and heartfelt read for anyone who enjoys stories where history feels alive and the shadows possess a personality of their own. Perfect for readers who like their mysteries seasoned with a touch of magic and a heavy dose of atmosphere.
10 Books similar to 'City of Ghosts'
If the spectral bond between Cassidy and Jacob or the thrill of uncovering local hauntings kept you turning pages, these selections are for you. I curated this list to highlight stories that masterfully blend historical settings with supernatural stakes. Whether you are looking for the witty, high-energy ghost hunting found in Lockwood and Co or the grounded, folklore-inspired chills of The Jumbies, these books lean into the same core themes: the courage found in friendship and the way history lingers in the present. These tales turn spooky legends into deeply personal, adventurous journeys.
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Much like City of Ghosts, this book masterfully blends eerie, atmospheric ghost stories with a heartwarming focus on friendship and courage. It features a young protagonist navigating a spooky, supernatural mystery that feels both chilling and deeply grounded in reality.
by Neil Gaiman
Fans of Schwab's exploration of the 'veil' between worlds will appreciate Gaiman's classic tale of a girl who discovers a parallel, sinister version of her own life. It shares the same blend of whimsical curiosity and genuine, creeping dread found in Cassidy's adventures.
This book offers a vibrant, spooky adventure rooted in Caribbean folklore, echoing the way Schwab integrates historical settings with supernatural entities. It features a brave young girl who must face ancient, ghostly forces to protect her home and family.
Readers who enjoyed the ghost-hunting aspect of City of Ghosts will love this series about a group of teens running a psychic detection agency in a haunted London. It perfectly balances witty banter with genuinely frightening encounters with the undead.
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A classic of the genre, this story captures the same feeling of a child dealing with a haunting that is tied to local history and grief. It is a foundational text for middle-grade ghost stories and shares Schwab's ability to make the supernatural feel intimate and personal.
This book brings a fun, modern, and energetic twist to the ghost story genre, much like Schwab's Cassidy Blake series. It focuses on a girl who accidentally awakens spirits and must team up with her best friend to save her town, highlighting themes of heritage and friendship.
by Neil Gaiman
For those who loved the spectral companionship in City of Ghosts, this story of a boy raised by ghosts in a cemetery is essential reading. It explores the relationship between the living and the dead with the same tenderness and curiosity found in Schwab's work.
by Ellen Oh
This story follows a girl who moves into a new home and realizes it is haunted, leading to a journey of self-discovery and courage. It mirrors the 'fish out of water' feeling Cassidy experiences when traveling to new, haunted locations.
This book is perfect for fans of the historical ghost-tour element in City of Ghosts, as it centers on a girl who reluctantly helps her father with his ghost bus tour. It combines local history with a genuinely spooky mystery that keeps the reader guessing.
This is a quintessential middle-grade mystery that involves a summer vacation, a hidden past, and a ghostly presence that refuses to be ignored. It shares the same pacing and suspenseful structure that makes Schwab’s books so difficult to put down.
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