Thornhill

Name: Thornhill
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781910200612
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Pam Smy

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Summary

Thornhill by Pam Smy intertwines two narratives—one from the past about a lonely girl at an orphanage and one from the present about a curious girl who moves next door. Their stories unfold through illustrations and diary entries, exploring themes of isolation, friendship, and the lasting impact of past events. This haunting tale captures a chilling atmosphere as the girls' lives unexpectedly converge.
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Thornhill

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by atmospheric and suspenseful stories told through both illustrations and text. The blend of eerie visuals and haunting narrative creates an engaging experience, especially for those who appreciate a mix of mystery and the supernatural in their young adult fiction.

A darkly gripping tale of two girls separated by thirty years, but pulled together by the same house.

A darkly gripping tale of two girls separated by thirty years, but pulled together by the same house.

Description

As she unpacks her new bedroom, Ella is irresistibly drawn to the big old house that she can see out of her window. Surrounded by overgrown gardens, barbed wire fences, and 'keep out' signs, it looks derelict.

But that night, a light goes on in one of the windows. And the next day she sees a girl in the grounds.

Ella is hooked. The house has a story to tell. She is sure of it.

Enter Thornhill, Institute for Children, and discover the dark secrets that lie within. But once inside, will you ever leave?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Pam Smy's Thornhill is praised for its atmospheric illustrations and emotionally powerful, sparse text. The book cleverly combines elements of classic English children’s literature, a ghost story, and the sinister-house genre reminiscent of Hitchcock. It is celebrated as a memorable and suspenseful tale that explores themes of friendship and courage through powerful black-and-white imagery.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781910200612

Publisher: David Fickling Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 August 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: David Fickling Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 220.0mm

Weight: 1030g

Pages: 544

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Pam Smy Young Adult

About the Author

Pam Smy studied Illustration at Angela Ruskin University, going on complete the MA Children's Book Illustration in 2004. She combines her role as a lecturer in illustration with illustrating fiction. Pam lives in Cambridge.