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The Shadow Keeper

By Abi Elphinstone

Adjectives

thrilling imaginative fast-paced captivating

Genres

Fantasy Adventure

Synopsis

Moll Pecksniff and her friends, including her loyal wildcat Gryff, are hiding in a seaside cave to evade the Shadowmasks. To defeat these dark magicians, they must find the Amulet of Truth, the only artefact capable of containing the Shadowmasks' dark magic. Their perilous journey involves sneaking past smugglers, outwitting mer creatures, and cracking secret codes to protect the Old Magic. With the dark magic intensifying, Moll and her companions must act swiftly to prevent catastrophe.

About the author

Abi Elphinstone is a much-loved British author who writes exciting adventure stories for children. She is best known for her magical books like the Sky Song and The Unmapped Chronicles series. Abi loves exploring wild places, and her stories are full of daring heroes, fantastic creatures, and amazing journeys that inspire young readers to be brave.

Pages

320 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2016

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