Marcus Sedgwick, Author
Imprint: Orion Children's Books
Publication date: October 7, 2010
Category: General fiction (Children's / Teenage)
ISBN: 9781842551363
Sweeping, mesmerising gothic fantasy full of magic and intrigue, from award-winning author, Marcus Sedgwick. The action-packed and enthralling conclusion to THE BOOK OF DEAD DAYS.
Welcome to a world of dark magic, lurking evil and beguiling mystery. Following their thrilling journey in THE BOOK OF DEAD DAYS, Boy and Willow are plunged into a world of gilded finery and splendour as they are held captive in the palace of the Emperor Frederick. But beneath its golden veneer lies cruelty, madness and desperation. They must face terrible danger as they confront the whirlwind furies of the Emperor and the calculating ambitions of his confidante, Maxim. What’s more, they must follow a deadly trail which will lead them to the Phantom . . . The truth about Boy’s identity is one among many shattering secrets as THE BOOK OF DEAD DAYS is opened for the final time.
Marcus Sedgwick used to work in children’s publishing and before that he was a bookseller. He now happily writes full-time. His books have been shortlisted for many awards, including The GUARDIAN CHILDREN’S FICTION AWARD, the BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD, the CARNEGIE MEDAL and the EDGAR ALLAN POE AWARD. Marcus lives in Cambridge and has a teenage daughter, Alice.
Find his website at www.marcussedgwick.com and follow him on Twitter @marcussedgwick