'‘I loved Saint Valentine - it takes you straight back to being thirteen. [Protagonist] Neil knows he's not a romantic good-looking loner - he's shy, sweet, and achingly self-conscious, and therefore a delightful literary hero. I wish I'd invented him.’' Jacqueline Wilson
'‘This spooky mystery is brilliantly written, VERY funny and has the BEST female protagonist I have come across in an age - in fact, I would gladly follow Molly Thompson to the Gates of Hell and back! Utterly brilliant!’' Imogen White, author of the ROSE MUDDLE MYSTERIES
'‘A fabulously spooky read from the start. So refreshing to see a bold, resourceful and empathetic female protagonist who isn't afraid to stand out! I devoured this book in nearly one sitting. Nick has just made one heck of a splash onto the scene of spooky middle-grade fiction.’' Lindsay Currie, author of THE PECULIAR INCIDENT ON SHADY STREET
'Nick Tomlinson’s yarn bears all the hallmarks of a good ghost story, as well as a classic detective tale, and his arch-villain, incumbent mayor Benton Furlock is a baddie in the best tradition. Featuring a fearless pairing of female investigators, and surprising, monstrous end, The Ghouls of Howlfair is just the book to get you in the mood for Halloween.' Sara Keating, The Irish Times
'Nick Tomilson’s yarn bears all the hallmarks of a good ghost story, as well as a classic detective tale. Featuring a fearless pairing of female investigators, and surprising, monstrous end, The Ghouls of Howlfair is just the book to get you in the mood for Halloween.' Irish Times
'This is an enjoyably spooky middle-grade novel, with interesting characters, an imaginative plotline - though some readers may be deterred by its length - and some appealing humour.' The School Librarian
'Super vocabulary and a fun storyline mean this book will be a hit with Year 4 and up. The town is described beautifully and the author has carefully balanced the scary parts with funny moments. Short, pacy chapters allow developing readers to build fluency. This also makes a fun read aloud book and will be enjoyed by adults and children alike.' Reading Zone