Author:Joseph Delaney
'Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can.'
For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. Now his time is coming to an end, but who will take over?
Many apprentices have tried . . . Some floundered, some fled, some failed to stay alive. Just one boy is left. Thomas Ward. He is the last hope.
But does he stand a chance against Mother Malkin, the most dangerous witch in the County?
Be warned, these books are seriously scary
—— The TimesAn 18th century romp, packed with colourful characters, enough surprises and twists to keep the reader guessing and enough gruesome details and fisticuffs to bring the era to technicolour life
—— The School LibrarianThis book is super horror and holds mystery and intrigue
—— South Wales ArgusAs clever and as tightly plotted as the first
—— Suffolk JournalThis is a gripping thriller with a zesty plot
—— Eastern Daily PressFans of Joseph Delaney's fantastic Wardstone Chronicles will need no urging to buy the latest instalment... Gripping, moving and terrifying for anyone of 10+.
—— Amanda Craig , The TimesBeautifully crafted, genuinely creepy and ludicrously enjoyable, it hooked me: I have since rushed through the entire series so far.
—— Time OutIt's a really enjoyable and exhilarating read...Five out of five stars.
—— Time OutSeeped in legend and ghostly tales, the deliciously chilling Wardstone Chronicles reach thei eighth volume
—— Fiona Noble , The BooksellerFabulously dark, this series is an annual summer treat for 10+.
—— Amanda Craig , The TimesDelaney's latest instalment takes us on a breakneck speed, suspense- packed adventure, introducing a motley collection of hair-raising new enemies and some fascinating interplay on the fight between good and evil.
Ideal reading for the witching hours...