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The Dire Days of Willowweep Manor

The Dire Days of Willowweep Manor

Published in
2021
3.93
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Description

A graphic novel about a teenager who is swept up in a strange new universe governed by the rules of Gothic romances and must save it from an all-consuming evil in order to return home. One dark and stormy night, Haley sees a stranger drowning in the river. Since her greatest passion is Gothic romance novels, she knows her moment has come. But when Haley leaps into the water to rescue the stranger, she awakens in Willowweep. It certainly looks like the setting of one of her favorite books: A stately manor. A sinister housekeeper. Three brooding brothers. There’s even a ghost. Except Willowweep is not what it seems. Its romantic exterior hides the workings of a pocket universe—the only protection our world has against a great force of penultimate evil, and its defenses are crumbling. Could cruel fate make Haley the heroine that Willowweep needs?
Age
11-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
224 pages

Why to read

  • Unique blend of gothic and humorous elements
  • Engaging fantasy adventure
  • Quirky and relatable characters
  • Creative take on multi-dimensional storytelling