{"product_id":"9780241337363","title":"The Shadow Guests","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shadow Guests\u003c\/strong\u003e invites readers into a world steeped in mystery and the supernatural. When young Cosmo Curtoy is thrust into a new life in England after the abrupt disappearance of his mother and older brother, he is sent to stay with his eccentric cousin. This change leads him to the enigmatic Mill House, a place rich with history and inhabited by spirited beings who may hold the keys to his family's past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Cosmo explores the ancient estate, he uncovers layers of trust and deception among its ghostly residents. Each encounter reveals fragments of a long-hidden family history, compelling him to confront the legacy of the Curtoy curse. The narrative weaves a tapestry of suspense and intrigue, as Cosmo learns that not everything is as it seems in this hauntingly beautiful setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily and Loss:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cosmo's journey is not just about uncovering secrets but also about understanding the ties that bind us.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrust and Betrayal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The characters he meets challenge his perceptions of loyalty and truth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupernatural Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e The interplay between the living and the spectral adds depth and tension to the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“A gripping tale that explores the boundaries between the living and the dead, while unearthing the complex threads of family history.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of atmospheric novels and supernatural adventures, akin to \u003cstrong\u003eThe Graveyard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e by Neil Gaiman or \u003cstrong\u003eCoraline\u003c\/strong\u003e, will find a kindred spirit in Cosmo’s quest for understanding and belonging. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Shadow Guests\u003c\/strong\u003e is a captivating read that promises to linger in the minds of its readers long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Children's UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481946743116,"sku":"9780241337363","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780241337363_49718a70-3f37-49e7-98ae-3bff290ed849.webp?v=1768921397","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-us\/products\/9780241337363","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}