The Night Gardener
The Night Gardener by Jonathan Auxier is a reprint edition published by Harry N. Abrams on May 5, 2015. This 384-page book presents a Victorian ghost story that intertwines elements of horror and fantasy, focusing on two abandoned Irish siblings who become servants at a mysterious English manor. As they navigate their new environment, they encounter a spectral presence and an ancient curse that endangers their lives, revealing deeper themes of human greed and the significance of storytelling.
Readers will find a richly woven narrative that combines atmospheric descriptions with a moral fable. The story explores the dynamics of family and sibling relationships against a backdrop of suspense and supernatural elements. With its blend of horror and fantasy, The Night Gardener invites readers to engage with its intricate plot and vivid imagery, making it a notable addition to the juvenile fiction genre.
Official synopsis Publisher
A New York Times bestseller, The Night Gardener is a Victorian ghost story with shades of Washington Irving and Henry James. More than just a spooky tale, it’s also a moral fable about human greed and the power of storytelling.
The Night Gardener follows two abandoned Irish siblings who travel to work as servants at a creepy, crumbling English manor house. But the house and its family are not quite what they seem. Soon the children are confronted by a mysterious spectre and an ancient curse that threatens their very lives. With Auxier’s exquisite command of language, The Night Gardener is a mesmerizing read and a classic in the making.
Praise for The Night Gardener
STARRED REVIEWS
“Lots of creepiness, memorable characters, a worthy message, Auxier’s atmospheric drawings and touches of humor amid the horror make this cautionary tale one readers will not soon forget.”
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Storytelling and the secret desires of the heart wind together in this atmospheric novel that doubles as a ghost tale.”
—School Library Journal, starred review
“Auxier achieves an ideal mix of adventure and horror, offering all of it in elegant, atmospheric language that forces the reader to slow down a bit and revel in both the high-quality plot and the storytelling itself.”
—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“All proper scary stories require a spooky, menacing atmosphere, and Auxier (Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes) delivers the goods with his precise descriptions of the gothic setting and teasing hints of mystery and suspense.”
—The Horn Book Magazine
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