Introducing The Grumleys of Castle Grimwold
Hi readers,
Just wanted to let you know that I have published my first Middle-Grade fantasy novel - The Grumleys of Castle Grimwold. It's a bit of a cross-over to YA - as I think 12 - 15 year olds who like the haunted castle, ghosts and wizards kind of fantasy will really enjoy it.
It's not just about magic of course, but about the things that we grasp on to so that we can feel special. In the book, 12 year old Nigel feels that he has nothing special to offer anyone - particularly not his family. His mum and dad pretty much ignore him and his 16 yo sister Ness calls him "Stupid".
But when his father buys a haunted castle in England and Nigel and his sister begin to discover the castle's secrets, it seems that he might actually have some magical powers after all. Best of all he actually makes a real friend in Rory, the 700 year old ghost of a Scottish Highlander.
It's not that simple of course. Nigel does learn about bravery and loyalty but also that the power that comes with magic can be divisive and destructive.
So, yes - it's a fantasy but it's also a coming of age story - and a story about family - as all the best books are!
If you would like a review copy, hit me up and I'll organize.
Ro x
Just wanted to let you know that I have published my first Middle-Grade fantasy novel - The Grumleys of Castle Grimwold. It's a bit of a cross-over to YA - as I think 12 - 15 year olds who like the haunted castle, ghosts and wizards kind of fantasy will really enjoy it.
It's not just about magic of course, but about the things that we grasp on to so that we can feel special. In the book, 12 year old Nigel feels that he has nothing special to offer anyone - particularly not his family. His mum and dad pretty much ignore him and his 16 yo sister Ness calls him "Stupid".
But when his father buys a haunted castle in England and Nigel and his sister begin to discover the castle's secrets, it seems that he might actually have some magical powers after all. Best of all he actually makes a real friend in Rory, the 700 year old ghost of a Scottish Highlander.
It's not that simple of course. Nigel does learn about bravery and loyalty but also that the power that comes with magic can be divisive and destructive.
So, yes - it's a fantasy but it's also a coming of age story - and a story about family - as all the best books are!
If you would like a review copy, hit me up and I'll organize.
Ro x
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