The Witchstone Ghosts

In the book "The Island of the Dead," Autumn Albert is sent to Imber, an island where her father grew up, to unravel a dark and twisty mystery. She must solve the mystery before the sea rises up and history repeats itself.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Chicken House Ltd

A spine-tingling gothic adventure awaits fans of Frances Hardinge and those seeking a thrilling read on a rainy night. Prepare to be captivated by this captivating tale that has won numerous awards.

Autumn Albert, a young girl with the ability to see ghosts, finds herself at a crossroads when her father mysteriously passes away. However, he becomes the only ghost who fails to appear. In his will, he leaves her with a curious instruction to visit Imber, an island shrouded in mystery and legend.

As Autumn arrives on Imber, she is greeted by a community of tight-lipped locals and strange stacks of witchstones. The island is also home to even fewer ghosts, adding to the eerie atmosphere. Soon, Autumn becomes entangled in a dark and twisty mystery that threatens to unravel the very fabric of history.

With the sea rising up and the threat of a repeat of a catastrophic event looming, Autumn must race against time to solve the mystery and prevent the sea from claiming its revenge. Along the way, she encounters a cast of unforgettable characters, including a wise old witch and a mysterious boy with a hidden past.

Emily Randall-Jones, the talented author behind this captivating debut adventure, has crafted a breathtaking tale that offers an original new spin on a traditional ghost story. Fans of Frances Hardinge and Lucy Strange will be delighted by the intricate plot, vivid characters, and gothic elements that make this book a must-read for anyone who loves a thrilling adventure.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915026101