Los Fantasmas De Rancho Espanto

Spanish Edition

Middle-grade mystery by Adrianna Cuevas, an author honored with the Pura Belpré Honor and an Edgar Award.

In Los fantasmas de Rancho Espanto / The Ghosts of Rancho Espanto, ten-year-old Rafa would rather spend his time immersed in The Forgotten Age, his favorite fantasy role-playing game, than face the realities of life at home—especially his deteriorating mother and increasing restrictions from his father. After a prank involving the cafeteria’s slushie machine goes wrong, Rafa’s punishment lands him working a month at Rancho Espanto in New Mexico, far from friends and routine. Life on the ranch isn’t as bad as expected thanks to his new friend Jennie and the barn manager Marcus, but when strange, unexplained events start to occur—possibly supernatural in nature—Rafa and Jennie set out to uncover the truth behind the ranch’s eerie happenings. Through this mysterious adventure, Rafa learns about courage, belonging, and confronting fears head-on.

“Cuevas creates a riveting mystery populated by a compassionate cast of lovable characters that explores themes of grief, healing, and humor with great care.” – Publishers Weekly.

“Another fun, sensitive, and captivating story.” – Horn Book.

“An intriguing mystery with a rewarding emotional payoff.” – Kirkus Reviews.