Elizabeth and Zenobia
By Author / Illustrator
Jessica Miller
Genre
Adventure
Age range(s)
9+
Publisher
Faber & Faber
ISBN
9780571335732
Format
Paperback / softback
Published
07-06-2018
Synopsis
Elizabeth is a thoughtful, quiet girl, ever cautious and just a little bit timid. Zenobia is everything Elizabeth would like to be, and more: bold and unafraid and wildly imaginative. The problem is ... only Elizabeth can see Zenobia. When they arrive at their new home, the imposing Witheringe House, Zenobia is convinced it's haunted and eagerly tries to contact a spirit presence. Elizabeth is relieved when her efforts come to nothing.But then this dark and foreboding manor begins to reveal some extraordinary secrets... Shortlisted for a major Australian children's writing prize, this beautiful novel is about finding courage, about friendship, about the power of the imagination. With all the hallmarks of a children's classic, this would sit on the shelf between Neil Gaiman's Coraline and Robin Stevens's Murder Most Unladylike. Jessica Miller is an outstanding new talent.
Reviews
Lola
- Age
10
In this book there is an unlikely ending that makes you go 'Oh my word!' and everything you read is important. It's amazing!
Suggested Reading Age 9+
Emily
- Age
10
I love this book because Elizabeth is timid and Zenobia is outgoing. When the girls arrive at Witheringe House something is in need of their help.
Suggested Reading Age 9+