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Jackaby

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Jackaby by William Ritter is a captivating young adult novel that blends detective fiction with supernatural elements. Set in 1892, it follows Abigail Rook, who joins the eccentric detective R.F. Jackaby in solving a series of murders in New Fiddleham. Abigail brings her keen observation skills to the partnership, complementing Jackaby's unique ability to see supernatural creatures, as they unravel mysteries rife with strange and magical occurrences.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for Sherlock Holmes-like detective stories with a supernatural twist. The story offers a blend of fantasy and mystery as a spirited young woman teams up with an eccentric detective to solve a series of strange cases. With its intriguing period setting and fascinating characters, it should captivate fans of both historical fiction and tales of the bizarre.

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This action-packed opening to the New York Times bestselling paranormal mystery series-perfect for fans of Doctor Who and the MCU-sets Sherlockian detective of the unexplained, R. F. Jackaby, and his new assistant, Abigail Rook, against a supernatural serial killer.

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This thrilling novel from the author of the New York Times bestselling paranormal mystery Jackaby series pits R.F. Jackaby, an investigator of the unexplainable, and his new assistant, Abigail Rook, against a supernatural serial killer.

Newly arrived in New Fiddleham, New England, 1892, and in need of a job, Abigail Rook meets R.F. Jackaby, an investigator of the unexplained with a keen eye for the extraordinaryβ€”including the ability to see supernatural beings. Abigail has a gift for noticing ordinary but important details, which makes her perfect for the position of Jackaby's assistant.

On her first day, Abigail finds herself in the midst of a thrilling case: A serial killer is on the loose. The police are convinced it's an ordinary villain, but Jackaby is certain the foul deeds are the work of the kind of creature whose very existence the local police seem adamant to deny.

While Abigail finds herself drawn to Jackaby's keen intelligence and his sensitivity to phenomena others barely perceive, her feelings are confused by the presence of Charlie, a handsome young policeman willing to help Jackaby and Abigail on the case. But is Charlie's offer a sincere desire to be of service, or is some darker motive at work?

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Jackaby by William Ritter combines supernatural elements with a detective twist, drawing comparisons to classics like Sherlock Holmes and modern favourites like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Reviewers commend its engaging blend of science and the supernatural, appreciated for its quick pace and potential for sequels. The book is set in an alternate 19th-century New England, offering a rich, whimsical world that keeps readers captivated. Fans of fantasy and mystery are likely to find it an enjoyable read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781523523986

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Algonquin Young Readers

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 320

About the Author

William Ritter is an Oregon educator and the New York Times bestselling author of the Jackaby series, which received glowing trade and national reviews and was named to many state lists. He is the proud father of the two bravest boys in the Wild Wood, and husband to the indomitable Queen of the Deep Dark. Visit him online at rwillritter.wordpress.com and find him on Twitter: @Willothewords.

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