Gloam

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Author(s): Mackay, Jack Binding: Paperback, Date of Publication: 14/08/2025, Pagination: 256 pages, ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9780861549528, Description: In a creaky old house on a small, da mp island, someone – or something – is waiting… “The first time I read this book, I was so frightened I hid under the bed – and read it again.” Lemony Snicket, author of A Series of Unfortunate Events A grieving family. A decaying house. A babysitter with a monstrous secret. Nothing on Gloam Island is quite what it seems... Gwen doesn’t need anyone to help her look after her younger siblings. And she isn’t fooled by the beautiful babysitter with the hungry eyes and sharp teeth. But everyone else is. So if Gwen wants Esme Laverne gone, she’ll have to handle it herself.As Esme’s power grows, Gwen must embrace her deepest fears before she can defeat the monster in her home for good.Because as everyone knows, it’s impossible to be brave unless you’re already afraid. Show more