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The Graveyard Book

By Neil Gaiman

Adjectives

Atmospheric Spooky Imaginative Heartfelt

Genres

Fantasy Horror/Spooky Friendship/Family

What is The Graveyard Book about?

When a baby escapes a murderer who has killed his family, he finds refuge in an unlikely place: a quiet graveyard. Raised by ghosts and protected by mysterious guardians, Nobody “Bod” Owens grows up learning strange lessons about courage, friendship and the world beyond the gates. But danger has not forgotten him. As Bod becomes older, the man who hunted him begins to close in, forcing him to uncover the truth about his past and face the enemy waiting outside.

About the author

Neil Gaiman is a famous British author who loves to write exciting and imaginative stories for children and adults. He is well known for his book 'Coraline', which is full of adventure and mystery. Neil enjoys creating magical worlds where anything can happen, and his stories have inspired readers all around the world.

Pages

288 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Edition published

2009

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