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Book Synopsis Travel back to 1703 with Skulduggery Pleasant in this standalone story featuring all your favorite characters. So many enemies, so little time . . .
Trade Review'Derek Landy, a master juggler of scary and funny, has done it again with a twisty mini-masterpiece' The Times
'With all the signature wit we’ve come to know from Landy, this prequel in the Skulduggery Pleasant series gives us a nostalgic buzz with a fresh twist' Sunday Times (Ireland), Best Children's Books of the Year
'Revelling in the dark comedy, action set-pieces and unforgettable characters that are a hallmark of the Skulduggery Pleasant series, this standalone novel transports readers to early eighteenth-century Italy where our heroes are forced to save the Lord of the Dark Sorcerers' Waterstones, Best books of the Year
Praise for the Skulduggery Pleasant series:
“Skulduggery Pleasant serves up a thoroughly satisfying blend of humour, magic and adventure.” Rick Riordan
“A writer at the height of his powers . . . Whatever your age, read them and enjoy the ride.” Irish Independent
“Fast and funny.” The Times
“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
