Characters
Who is Elatsoe?
She is a Lipan Apache teenage girl.
Where does Ellie's family live?
They live in a small town in north Texas.
How does Kirby die?
He dies before the story begins.
The story mostly happens in a town called Willowbee.
True
Who is Kirby?
Ellie's ghost dog.
What is Elatsoe's special ability?
She can communicate with the ghosts of animals.
When the book started, where were Ellie's parents located?
At the movie theater.
How is Trevor's death first presented?
His death is mysterious and possibly unnatural.
In Elatsoe's world, everyone knows that magic, ghosts, and mythical creatures exist.
True
What food does Kirby use to lure Kirby to the skull?
A piece of cheese.
How many years (dead and alive) has Kirby been Ellie's best friend for?
Twelve years alive and five years dead.
What is Elatsoe's home like?
Elatsoe's home is warm and filled with love and tradition.
How does Elatsoe balance her normal teenage life with her responsibilities as a ghost-raiser?
She goes to school, interacts with her friend like Jay, and manages typical teenage concerns while also handling her supernatural duties.
Trevor is Ellie's younger brother.
False, he is her cousin.
What does Kirby do to make Ellie think there is danger?
Kirby whines and acts anxious.
How does Trevor's death affect Elatsoe?
His death makes her become determined to figure out the truth and to seek justice.
What time period is Elatsoe set in?
Elatsoe is set in modern times.
What does Kirby reveal about the supernatural world in this story?
Kirby shows that ghosts can exist peacefully alongside the living and that Elatsoe's powers are real and meaningful. He represents the bond between humans, animals, and spirits.
Elatsoe takes place in an ancient, historical version of Texas.
False, it's set in a modern version of Texas with supernatural elements.
How do other people react to Kirby?
Some people are uneasy around a ghost dog, but Ellie's family and friends accept him as part of her life.
She represents Elatsoe's heritage and strength.
How is this world different from our real world?
In Elatsoe's world, magic and the supernatural are normal. People know about ghosts, vampires, and other magical beings.
How does Elatsoe's relationship with her ancestors influence her decisions?
Stories about her Six-Great-Grandmother guide her moral choices and magical practices. Her respect for ancestral wisdom ensures she uses her powers responsibly.
Elatsoe uses her gift recklessly, often calling on ghosts without reason.
False, she is careful and respectful, following her family's teachings about using magic responsibly.
Why is Kirby important to Ellie emotionally?
He gives her comfort and courage. He's a link between her past and present, a reminder of her power and her culture.