Chris Priestley in his first book with Bloomsbury has written a book
that is impossible to put down. Be warned however! The content is
scary, no doubt about it. The book contains a series of short
fast-paced horror stories, climaxing with the autobiographical account
from the narrator Uncle Montague. Tales such as the Demon Bench End and
The Path will have you cowering underneath your duvet and sleeping with
the lights on so be aware, this book is bound to put the frighteners on
any reader of any age. Despite the fear, or perhaps because of it,
you'll be completely gripped from page one.
Uncle Montague lives alone in a big house and his regular visits from his nephew give him the opportunity to relive some of the most frightening stories he knows. But as the stories unfold, a newer and more surprising narrative emerges, one that is perhaps the most frightening of all.
Chris Priestley has worked as a cartoonist for high-profile publications including THE NEW STATESMAN. Young Corgi published his first-ever book, DOG MAGIC! which was shortlisted for the Children's Book Award. He has also written historical non-fiction for young readers. He is married with a young son.
