Far Far Away

In 'Far Far Away', a novel by Tom McNeal, the story follows a young boy named Jeremy Johnson Johnson, whose life is influenced by the ghost of Jacob Grimm, one half of the famous Brothers Grimm. Jacob's spirit is bound to Jeremy due to the boy's ability to hear ghosts and he guides him through challenges in his life. The narrative unfolds in the small town of Never Better, where Jeremy encounters Ginger Boultinghouse, a girl who leads him into an adventure that turns perilous when they cross paths with a sinister character known as the Finder of Occasions. This modern fairy tale weaves elements of mystery, romance, and the supernatural, as Jeremy and Jacob confront their fates and attempt to break the curse that keeps Jacob's spirit from moving on. The story is a blend of the whimsical and the macabre, with themes of friendship, courage, and the power of storytelling.