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Mallory Vayle and Maggoty Skull In...the Beast from Beneath

By Martin Howard

Book 2 of 2 in the Mallory Vayle and Maggoty Skull series

Adjectives

spooky hilarious thrilling imaginative

Genres

Humour Horror/Spooky Fantasy

Synopsis

Mallory Vayle, a budding necromancer, and her chatty skull companion, Maggoty, embark on a thrilling adventure when Aunt Lilith's attempt to boost her supernatural abilities goes disastrously wrong, unleashing a menacing Nightmare. To set things right, Mallory must navigate the perilous depths of Carrion Castle, confronting eerie challenges and unexpected allies, including Death himself. This spine-tingling tale is packed with humour and chills, perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Wednesday.

About the author

Martin Howard is a British author who loves making children laugh with his funny books. He has written the popular 'Bad Dog's Diary' series, where you can read about the cheeky adventures of a mischievous dog. Martin enjoys creating stories full of humour and surprises, inspiring young readers to use their imagination.

Pages

304 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2025

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