Island of Whispers
Frances Hardinge author Emily Gravett illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Published:21st Sep '23
Should be back in stock very soon
Take a trip to the misty island of Merlank in this gothic thriller by Frances Hardinge, a coming-of-age tale, interwoven with stunning illustrations by Emily Gravett.
A richly atmospheric, compelling gothic fairytale about grief, kindness and fulfilling one’s destiny – a striking first collaboration between two bestselling, multi-award-winning talents.
"A grown-up gothic fairy tale" — one of TheGuardian's Five Best YA Books 2023
"With its silver-sprinkled jacket, this elegiac story . . . is perfect for autumn"
Children's Book of the Week – The Sunday Times
The award-winning, bestselling Frances Hardinge and Emily Gravett unite for the first time to conjure up a thrilling fairy tale of ghosts and magic, highly illustrated throughout with a luscious blue ink.
On the island of Merlank, the Dead must not be allowed to linger. The very sight of their ghosts can kill you. When young Milo is thrust into the role of Ferryman following his father’s sudden death, he is the one who must carry away the Dead.
Pursued by a vengeful lord and two malignant magicians, Milo must navigate strange and perilous seas where untold threats whisper in the mist. Does he have the courage and imagination to complete his urgent mission?
From the Costa Book Award-winning Frances Hardinge, author of The Lie Tree and Unraveller, with spectacular illustrations from double Kate Greenaway Medal winner Emily Gravett, this riveting coming-of-age tale will sweep you away on an unforgettable journey.
Island of Whispers is a beautiful hardback glittering all over with silver moths, making the most exquisite gift for anyone who loves mysterious fantasy worlds and graphic novels. Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Kiran Millwood Hargrave.
A fabulously eerie tale that boldly confronts mortality.. the stunning illustrations by Emily Gravett cleverly capture the narrative's haunting mood.. the book is deceptively multi-layered * The Telegraph *
With its silver-sprinkled jacket, this elegiac story, part way between picture book and novella, is perfect for autumn.. with each word carefully and often surprisingly chosen, this gothic fable weaves a frisson-filled spell. * The Sunday Times *
Heightened by Gravett’s blue-white expanses and stark black bricks and timbers, Hardinge’s spare coming-of-age parable is laced with her trademark wisdom and subtlety.. this is ideal for 11+ readers who enjoy highly illustrated storytelling. * The Guardian's 'five best young adult books of 2023' *
Island of Whispers is a melancholy, mist-shrouded triumph * TLS's best children’s books of 2023 *
Frances Hardinge.. is a terrific YA author * The Observer *
Hardinge is an extraordinary writer for teenagers.. atmospheric illustrations add to the ghostly drama * Daily Mail *
An ideal gift book for both reluctant teen readers and enthusiastic readers with a penchant for the macabre. * Irish Times *
A dazzling coming-of-age story by the Costa-winning author. * i news *
Young readers will be in thrall to this unforgettable and ultimately heartwarming adventure. * Lancashire Evening Post *
Full of powerful images – in text and illustration – it should be read and reread * Books for Keeps *
Island of Whispers is a page turner until the end. * Big Issue *
ISBN: 9781529088076
Dimensions: 258mm x 204mm x 17mm
Weight: 571g
120 pages