About this book
A twisty-turny shadowy mystery from highly-acclaimed and Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author Lucy Strange. Abandoned at a boarding school on a wild and remote island, Faye Fitzgerald discovers that she and the other pupils have been sent there for doing something wicked.<br /><br />But what is it that Faye has done?<br /><br />She might be bold enough to tackle the sinister mysteries of the island, but has she the courage to face the secrets deep within herself?<br /><br />A stunning new tale from the Queen of Gothic, Lucy Strange – author of The Secret of Nightingale Wood, Sisters of the Lost Marsh, The Ghost of Gosswater and the Waterstones Prize-shortlisted Our Castle by the Sea A masterful blend of thrilling Gothic mystery, a touch of magical realism and stunning writing, all wrapped up in a twisty-turny plot Perfect for fans of Frances Hardinge and Emma Carroll PRAISE FOR LUCY <br /><br />'Storytelling at its very best' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE, SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE GIRL OF INK & STARS<br /><br />'This is storytelling so secure and shining you can almost feel the glow' HILARY MCKAY, COSTA BOOK AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE SKYLARK'S WAR<br /><br />'Lucy Strange is a wonderful, accomplished writer whose books stay with you long after you have finished reading' NATASHA FARRANT, COSTA BOOK AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF VOYAGE OF THE SPARROWHAWK