On a chilly, autumn night, on a lonely New Jersey highway, a teenager meets the boy of his dreams dressed in vintage clothing. When the boy vanishes, the teenager discovers he’s encountered the local legend, the ghost of a young man who died four decades earlier and has haunted that stretch of road ever since. Curious and smitten, the next evening the teen returns with his best friend. So begins an unusual story of boy-meets-ghost complete with Ouija boards, hours spent in cemeteries, scares and macabre humor. This new edition of the book, to celebrate its thirteenth anniversary, features a new introduction by New York Times best-selling author Holly Black.
Book Review:
"Vintage" by Steve Berman is a captivating mix of romance and ghost story. It starts on a cold autumn night on a lonely highway in New Jersey. A teenager meets the boy of his dreams, who is dressed in old-fashioned clothes. But this magical moment turns spooky when the boy disappears, revealing that he is a ghost. The ghost is a local legend, a young man who died forty years ago and has haunted that stretch of road ever since.
Curious and intrigued, the teenager, along with his best friend, decides to learn more about the ghost. Their adventure involves using Ouija boards, spending hours in cemeteries, and facing scary and funny moments. The story is a unique mix of a boy-meets-ghost tale with a blend of humor and horror.
Berman creates a world where normal life meets the supernatural, showing the deep emotions of young love alongside the suspense of ghostly happenings. This special edition of the book, celebrating its thirteenth anniversary, includes a new introduction by Holly Black, a famous author.
"Vintage" is not just a spooky ghost story; it's also a touching look at love that goes beyond life and death. Berman's writing is both enchanting and chilling, making it a perfect read for anyone who enjoys paranormal stories and heartfelt romance. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat while also touching your heart.
