Following the tragic deaths of her parents, a girl becomes immersed in a shadowy mystery that unravels her world. As she navigates this fantastical realm, secrets and dangers emerge, challenging her understanding of reality and her own identity. The author weaves a gripping tale filled with intrigue and emotional depth, drawing readers into a captivating journey of discovery and resilience.
In nineteenth-century England, a boy is about to discover a mysterious mechanical world he may never escape. Ten-year-old Jack Foster has stepped through a doorway and into quite a different London. Londinium is a smoky, dark, and dangerous place, home to mischievous metal fairies and fearsome clockwork dragons that breathe scalding steam. The people wear goggles to protect their eyes, brass grill insets in their nostrils to filter air, or mechanical limbs to replace missing ones. Over it all rules the Lady, and the Lady has demanded a new son—a perfect flesh-and-blood child. She has chosen Jack. His only hope of escape lies with a legendary clockwork bird. The Gearwing grants wishes—or it did, before it was broken—before it was killed. But some things don’t stay dead forever. Fans of books like Splendors and Glooms and Goblin Secrets will find Flights and Chimes and Mysterious Times irresistible!
Exploring themes of mystery and the supernatural, the story delves into the eerie discovery of one's own grave, hinting at deeper secrets and the presence of faeries and fortune-tellers. With a blend of gentle spookiness, it captivates readers who enjoy whimsical yet haunting narratives, reminiscent of Coraline. The author, known for Flights and Chimes and Mysterious Times, crafts a tale that intertwines fantasy and the uncanny, inviting readers into a world of dark delights.
In a haunting and atmospheric tale, a young girl confronts the Boogeyman residing in her home, determined to protect her family's cherished memories from being stolen. The story weaves a blend of suspense and emotional depth, exploring themes of fear, memory, and the bond of family, crafted by the author known for creating immersive narratives.