"David Almond's Printz Honor-winning novel is a captivating modern classic. "Ten-year-old Michael was looking forward to moving into a new house. But now his baby sister is ill, his parents are frantic, and Doctor Death has come to call. Michael feels helpless. Then he steps into the crumbling garage. . . . What is this thing beneath the spiderwebs and dead flies? A human being, or a strange kind of beast never before seen? The only person Michael can confide in is his new friend, Mina. Together they carry the creature out into the light, and Michael's world changes forever. . . .
David Almond
David Almond is a British author known for his award-winning novel, "Skellig." His literary style blends realism with magical elements, exploring themes of childhood, loss, and redemption. Almond's work has made significant contributions to children's literature, earning him critical acclaim and a loyal following of readers worldwide.
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