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Walker Childrens
On sale:
June 2011
Price:
$16.99
Format:
Hardcover
Size:
5.5 x 8.25 in
Pages:
352 pp
Ages:
12
Grades:
7-12
ISBN-13: 9780802798398
ISBN-10: 080279839X
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Haunting Violet
By Alyxandra Harvey
Book Description
A ghostly murder mystery set in Victorian England brings an exciting change for Alyx Harvey fans
Violet Willoughby doesn't believe in ghosts. But they believe in her. After spending years participating in her mother's elaborate ruse as a fraudulent medium, Violet is about as skeptical as they come in all matters supernatural. Now that she is being visited by a very persistent ghost, one who suffered a violent death, Violet can no longer ignore her unique ability. She must figure out what this ghost is trying to communicate, and quickly because the killer is still on the loose.
Afraid of ruining her chance to escape her mother's scheming through an advantageous marriage, Violet must keep her ability secret. The only person who can help her is Colin, a friend she's known since childhood, and whom she has grown to love. He understands the true Violet, but helping her on this path means they might never be together. Can Violet find a way to help this ghost without ruining her own chance at a future free of lies?
“Harvey keeps the narrative moving smoothly and well as she weaves romance, suspense and even a bit of comedy into the story. A well-paced, clever and scary supernatural-suspense story.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Harvey brings together with aplomb all the quintessential elements of a classic Victorian gothic: the beautiful but fortuneless heroine looking for a better life, the rambling estate with too many secrets, the suspicious-looking death of yet another beautiful girl, and, finally, the promise of a sultry and forbidden romance. The ghosts are genuinely creepy, the leading men are deliciously swoonworthy, and the ending is appropriately happy, making this a perfect accompaniment to a stormy night and a nice spot of tea.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
“Harvey (the Drake Chronicles) delivers a fun adventure in the form of a Victorian mystery novel that captures the feel (and the flaws) of the age. Harvey's writing is witty and brings headstrong, irreverent Violet to life.”—Publishers Weekly
“Violet is an appealing character who is involved in an untenable situation. There is also the requisite Victorian romance here, complete with furtive meetings in the garden and love letters bound with elaborate ribbons. The setting is meticulously drawn...”—VOYA
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