Description
Book Specification
ISBN: 9781782693987
Pages: 320
Book Cover: Paperback (PB)
Book Overview
WINNER OF THE NERO PRIZE FOR CHILDREN’S FICTION
From the award-winning author of Bearmouth, comes a hauntingly magical new novel hailed by readers as a modern classic.
“Hauntingly beautiful.” — Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear
“The Twelve reads like a modern classic, with echoes of Alan Garner, Marcus Sedgwick, and C.S. Lewis.” — Essie Fox
“Dark, dreamy, surreal and beautiful.” — Katya Balen, author of October, October
It’s supposed to be a treat — a winter holiday by the coast for Kit, her sister Libby, and their mum. But when Libby vanishes into thin air, and no one else remembers she ever existed, Kit is plunged into a disturbing new reality.
Then Kit meets Story, a local boy who does remember Libby. Together, they embark on a journey beyond their wildest imagination — into a world steeped in ancient folklore and chilling secrets.
Can Kit and Story uncover the truth behind the Twelve and save Libby before Time runs out?

