The Hounds of Penhallow Hall Series
By Holly Webb
A girl, a ghostly wolfhound and magical mysteries unfold through Penhallow Hall’s secret past.
atmospheric · mysterious · adventurous · heart-warming
What is The Hounds of Penhallow Hall series by Holly Webb about?
Written between 2017 and 2018, Holly Webb’s four-book series follows Polly, who moves to Penhallow Hall after her father’s death. There, she discovers Rex, a ghostly Irish wolfhound statue, and learns that other objects in the stately home can come to life. As Polly and Rex investigate each new mystery, they uncover forgotten stories, hidden passages and secrets from the Hall’s past. Suited to readers aged around 6–8 who enjoy animal fantasy, gentle ghosts and historical adventures. Includes bereavement and mild spooky moments.
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About the author
Holly Webb is a popular children's author from the UK, best known for her Animal Stories series. She loves writing about animals and adventure, and her books have been enjoyed by children all over the world. Holly lives with her family and several pets, which often inspire the lovable characters in her stories.
All the books in The Hounds of Penhallow Hall series (in order)
The moonlight statue
by Holly Webb
A stone dog wakes, a wartime mystery stirs, and Polly must uncover who’s watching.
The Hounds of Penhallow Hall - The Lost Treasure
by Holly Webb
A broken statue beneath Penhallow Hall may reveal Li-Mei’s missing companion—but who broke it?
The Hidden Staircase
by Holly Webb
A toy dog wakes at last—just as Polly’s new friend vanishes. Where has Lucy gone?
The Secrets Tree
by Holly Webb
A spooky dog leads Polly and Rex to a hidden message—and a long-buried mystery.
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