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Author: Burge, Rachel

Reading age: from c 9 years

Published on 12 September 2024 by Hachette Children’s Group (Welbeck Children’s Books) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 272 pages
129 x 198 x 20 | 222g

If you go down to the woods today . . . you’re in for a scary surprise. Creepy and atmospheric, join Pippa as she battles to overcome the dark powers lurking in the forest around her Grandpa’s cottage. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Sophie Anderson.

‘A gripping tale of dark faerie magic’ – Phil Hickes, author of The Haunting of Aveline JonesPippa Newton loves nature and being outdoors, and she’s looking forward to visiting her grandfather in his cottage in the forest. If only her older brother was an enthusiastic about it as she is.

But their holiday soon turns into a dark and strange adventure when Pippa realises that malevolent forces are lurking in the trees – forces that watch, wait, and mean them great harm. Why are twig-woven figures appearing all over the cottage? And why does their grandfather seem so afraid all the time? What secrets linger in Whispering Hollow? And will Pippa be able to rekindle her friendship with her brother?