The Secret of Splint Hall
Will be published approx. on 3. March 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-1-83913-196-7 (ISBN)
Description
1945. War has ended, but for sisters Isobel and Flora the struggles still continue. They've lost their father and had their home destroyed in a bombing raid, and now they must go to live with their aunt and her awful husband Mr Godfrey in their ancestral home, Splint Hall.
From the moment of their arrival it seems that this is a place shrouded in mysteries and secrets. Who are the strange men who arrive with packages at night? What is the source of the strange blue sparks coming from the ground? And why do the locals seem to hate their family so much? As the girls begin to unearth an ancient myth and family secret, the adventure of a lifetime begins.
From the moment of their arrival it seems that this is a place shrouded in mysteries and secrets. Who are the strange men who arrive with packages at night? What is the source of the strange blue sparks coming from the ground? And why do the locals seem to hate their family so much? As the girls begin to unearth an ancient myth and family secret, the adventure of a lifetime begins.
Reviews / Votes
"Ideal for Emma Carroll fans, this striking debut marries crisp historical realism with unsettling, believable fantasy" -- Imogen Russell-Williams * Guardian * "Wonderful... think Famous Five meets Indiana Jones. A terrific book by an accomplished storyteller" * Irish Independent * "Exquisite storytelling . . . A future classic" -- Phil Earle "Adventure, new friendships, magic, there is much for readers to enjoy, and for all the fantasy elements Cotton creates a vivid sense of post-war life" * Books For Keeps * "An exquisitely crafted historical mystery with an exciting twist - every page felt like discovering jewels in a treasure box" -- Katie Tsang, bestselling author of Dragon MountainMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 9 to 11 years
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
256 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83913-196-7 (9781839131967)
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Katie Cotton studied English Literature at Oxford University before becoming an author and editor of children's books. Her books Counting Lions and The Road Home were both published internationally and received starred reviews in the US. When she's not writing, you'll find her hiking up a hill or eating cake.