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Book SynopsisSunday Times Children's Book of the Week, 21st of May 2023
Books for Keeps Book of the Year 2023
Featured in The Times Literary Supplement's Best Children's Books of 2023
Featured in The Telegraph Best Children's Books of the Year 2023
A child's desperate voice is calling to Meg Lewis from the garden of her new house.
As her investigation leads to a knot of deceit, betrayal and cruelty, Meg discovers magical powers of her own.
Mysteries abound: why is a shape-shifting vixen following her? And what secrets lie hidden in the Golden Tower?
Meg finds herself embroiled in a centuries-old battle that threatens the very balance of the world itself.
Trade Review"Like the great classic fantasy novels by Alan Garner and Susan Cooper. This hopeful story weaves together realism and the supernatural in a way that makes the ordinary arresting and touching."
* Sunday Times *
"A beautifully-written white-knuckle ride."
* The Telegraph *
"Gripping and richly imagined, this is a wonderful book."
* Literary Review *
"Womack taps into the best fantasy traditions of Susan Cooper, Alan Garner and CS Lewis."
* The Financial Times *
'Ghostlord hits the sweet spot between imaginative abandon and control."
* The Times Literary Supplement *
'A slow-building, darkly eerie tale.'
* Kirkus Reviews *
'Ghostlord is a compelling fantasy novel in which a girl is pulled into a war between good and evil. This series title includes ample context to situate newcomers in its ongoing tale.'
* Foreword Reviews *
'An interesting, immersive fantasy.'
* Books for Keeps *
'Never lets up from first page to last.'
* Books for Keeps, Books of the Year list 2023 *
'Ghostlord is a gripping, fast-action tale of mystery and supernatural twists ... this is a book that won’t be forgotten quickly ... This is the ticket for anyone who longs for a strong storyline and fantasy in the real world."
* Paper Lanterns *
'Evocative, eerie and engrossing. Bravo!'
* Eve McDonnell, author of The Chestnut Roaster *
'A captivating young adult novel that seamlessly weaves a wonderful concept with an enchanting writing style. Womack's storytelling prowess is evident as he introduces readers to a mesmerizing world filled with fantasy elements that add depth and intrigue to the narrative.'
* NetGalley Librarian *
PRAISE FOR WILDLORD
"A tremendous achievement. I can’t remember when I last read something so completely satisfying."
* Jonathan Stroud, author of The Outlaws Scarlett & Browne *
PRAISE FOR WILDLORD
“Crackles with an otherworldly atmosphere reminiscent of the great Alan Garner."
* The Financial Times *
Praise for WILDLORD
"If you’re looking for a gripping adventure with a supernatural edge, this is just the ticket."
* CityKids *
