The Haunting of Jessop Rise
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd
Published:1st Sep '16
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A terrifying haunted house mystery. Who are the spectral creatures that prowl in the shadows of Jessop Rise?
Alone and penniless after his father is killed in a cotton mill accident, fourteen-year-old William faces the rest of his childhood in a brutal workhouse. Then his long-estranged uncle Seth sends for him, and William thinks his fortunes are changing. As William uncovers the clues, he finds himself caught up in a dark and terrifying mystery.Alone and penniless after his father is killed in a cotton mill accident, fourteen-year-old William faces the rest of his childhood in a brutal workhouse. Then his long-estranged uncle Seth sends for him, and William thinks his fortunes are changing. But arriving at Uncle Seth's grand house in North Wales, Jessop Rise, William encounters a ghostly figure. It soon becomes clear that the place is haunted by more than just one ghost. But who are the spectral creatures that prowl about the estate? What are they trying to tell William? And what is the dark secret that Uncle Seth has been keeping for so long? As William uncovers the clues, he finds himself caught up in a dark and terrifying mystery.
"An atmospheric and creepy Hallowe'en read... the engaging, warm writing draws you in and the fast-paced story races you to a satisfying conclusion." * Scotsman *
"A truly gripping tale" -- Joanne Owen * Lovereading4Kids *
"Welsh mythology combines with universal spooks in this atmospheric tale filled with mystery and danger" * Khadijah, age 20, for lovereading4kids.co.uk *
"This is the perfect read for those who like mystery, eerie settings and a main character who has a good dose of curiosity." * Edel, for lovereading4kids.co.uk *
- Short-listed for Hillingdon Book Award 2017 (UK)
- Nominated for CILIP Carnegie Medal 2018 (UK)
ISBN: 9781783444618
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 19mm
Weight: 256g
320 pages