A magical, enchanting tale, with stunning illustrations that will transport you into another world.
IAN BECK is a familiar name to the Doubleday/Corgi lists with his previous successful picture books. A freelance illustrator for over twenty years (including such notable artwork as the record cover for Elton John's Yellow Brick Road album), Ian turned to writing and illustrating children's books on the birth of his own first child.
"The Haunting of Charity Delafield is a beautiful book with fairytale-like qualities which make it a completely charming read right from the first word through to the very last. I enjoyed it thoroughly ... Definitely a book I would recommend to others" Overflowing Library 20110824 "The novel was fast paced and edgy...Charity is a loveable yet slightly naive character who you instantly fall in love with...There are some exciting and captivating magical twists that I really enjoyed. This book is full of magic and mystery and it will bring the child out in you." Dark Readers 20111018 "A perfect fantasy novel for older children ... in all senses, a magical tale" -- A N Wilson Reader's Digest "This enchanting tale strikes a great balance between magical and creepy. The story is pacy and around each corner so to speak, a new twist awaits the reader...The beautiful front cover sets the tone of this clever, entertaining little story which is spooky but not overly scary, allowing young audiences to be introduced to the gothic genre. The book itself is beautifully packaged and it will make a great Christmas present too." Library Mice 20111031 "Ian Beck is no stranger to fairytales and here he creates a fairytale of his own, weaving in motifs from traditional sources as well as from Victorian classics such as The Secret Garden or even George Macdonald. The result is both charming and very readable." -- Ferelith Hordon Books For Keeps 20111101
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