When the ghost of Temperance Darrow makes her presence known in the most unexpected way, Delores Mackenzie has no option but to investigate her death. She soon learns the implications it has for Paranormals everywhere and with the death of her mentor and dearest friend, Oddvar, Delores finds it hard to embrace her Gifts amidst…
Mina and the Undead by Amy McCaw is a fabulous YA novel to sink your teeth into. Whilst it unleashes in April, I was lucky enough to dive into an early copy. Set in New Orleans, a serial killer is on the loose, just as Mina arrives to visit her sister. The result is a…
Asphyxia’s distinctive style, bringing the loveable Martha to life, is back again for the third instalment of The Grimstones. Too excited!! Martha still has the reputation within her family, for being … well … a little clumsy. Whirlwind sees her trying to shrug this off with all her courage. Martha’s quest? To prove that she…
It is with trepidation that you tentatively open the first pages of the sequel to a much loved and adored book. There is much pressure on that book to not only live up to, but also surpass the expectations created by its predecessor. Mortimer Revealed? LOVED it! Martha Grimstone is an imaginative girl living in…
The Grimstones is quirky, original and expertly crafted. A gothic fairy story which is gentle and heart warming with a sprinkling of magic. The Grimstones is told by the spirited and inquisitive character, Martha. The Grimstones originally began as a puppet show – infact these theatrical productions have (and still are) touring Australia and overseas. As a result…
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