A stunning new novel by this important talent

• An outstanding and beautifully-written novel that will keep readers hooked from the first to the last page
• A major author on the OUP list - Julie Hearn studied creative writing with Philip Pullman, who is a supporter of her work
• Nell is a strong and empathetic heroine whom readers will be rooting for
• Theme of witchcraft is highly appealing to teen readers and there's a fascinating interplay of fiction with real historical figures
• Julie Hearn's first novel, Follow Me Down, was published in 2003 to huge critical acclaim
• Will appeal to fans of Celia Rees

"Praise for Julie Hearn's first book - 'Follow Me Down':- this immensely accomplished novel is spiked with humour. " - Sunday Telegraph

"although written for younger readers, adults, too, will find it hard to put down." - Choice Magazine

"here is a voice which is a genuine original . . . a new, wild, free voice. " - Books for Keeps

"A debut novel which deserves our attention . . . an extraordinary story " - The Bookseller