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The Haunted House on Hollow Hill

An epic adventure in a haunted hotel filled with mystery

Derek Landy author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:26th Sep '24

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Set in a haunted hotel, The Haunted House on Hollow Hill follows journalists confronting a magical killer while racing against time to survive.

In The Haunted House on Hollow Hill, readers are drawn into a captivating tale that unfolds on a dark and stormy night. A pair of journalists arrive at the infamous Hollow Hotel, reputed to be the most haunted house in Britain. Their mission is to interview the enigmatic Romeo Gideon, known as the Dark King of television magic. However, what they find is far more sinister than they anticipated—a murdered man hanging from the rafters, signaling the presence of a killer who wields both magic and malice with equal ferocity.

As the storm intensifies and their escape routes are severed, the journalists must confront the terrifying reality that the killer is systematically eliminating them. With time running out, their only hope lies in the hands of two Irish detectives, Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain, who seem disturbingly unfazed by the chaos surrounding them. The hotel is filled with anguished spirits and the echoes of the dying, creating a chilling atmosphere that heightens the urgency of their quest.

The clock ticks down as Skulduggery and Valkyrie race against time to uncover the identity of the murderer before they become the next victims. The Haunted House on Hollow Hill promises an epic fantasy adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, blending elements of horror, mystery, and the supernatural in a narrative that is as thrilling as it is inventive.

‘Skulduggery Pleasant has already entertained a generation, and his latest pacey hunt for a killer is The Haunted House on Hollow Hill Sunday Times

Praise for the Skulduggery Pleasant series:

‘A writer at the height of his powers … Whatever your age, read them and enjoy the ride’ Irish Independent

‘Fast and funny’ The Times

‘Skulduggery Pleasant serves up a thoroughly satisfying blend of humour, magic and adventure’ Rick Riordan

‘Landy's witty style will win him fans of all ages’ Irish Mail on Sunday

‘Hugely enjoyable – a thrill-a-minute adventure’ Jonathan Stroud

‘A fast evolving plot and a great mix of scariness and humour’ Sunday Express

‘Exciting, pacy, nicely handled and fun’ Philip Ardagh, Guardian

‘Gripping’ Observer

‘A remarkably accomplished debut with wonderful dialogue’ Irish Times

‘A rip-roaring adventure’ Irish Sunday Independent

ISBN: 9780008708474

Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 24mm

Weight: 440g

240 pages