A Skinful Of Shadows (Frances Hardinge )
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A Skinful of Shadows
About This Book
Condition & Size
Condition: Score 6.5/10 Good-Very Good
Observations: None
Size: Format B (Medium Format 129x178mm/135x216mm) Paperback
Summary:
This is the story of a bear-hearted girl . . .
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\nSometimes, when a person dies, their spirit goes looking for somewhere to hide.
\nSome people have space within them, perfect for hiding.
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\nTwelve-year-old Makepeace has learned to defend herself from the ghosts which try to possess her in the night, desperate for refuge, but one day a dreadful event causes her to drop her guard.
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\nAnd now there's a spirit inside her.
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\nThe spirit is wild, brutish and strong, and it may be her only defence when she is sent to live with her father's rich and powerful ancestors. There is talk of civil war, and they need people like her to protect their dark and terrible family secret.
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\nBut as she plans her escape and heads out into a country torn apart by war, Makepeace must decide which is worse: possession – or death.
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This is the story of a bear-hearted girl . . . \n \nSometimes, when a person dies, their spirit goes looking for somewhere to hide. \nSome people have space within them, perfect for hiding. \n \nTwelve-year-old Makepeace has learned to defend herself from the ghosts which try to possess her in the night, desperate for refuge, but one day a dreadful event causes her to drop her guard. \n \nAnd now there's a spirit inside her. \n \nThe spirit is wild, brutish and strong, and it may be her only defence when she is sent to live with her father's rich and powerful ancestors. There is talk of civil war, and they need people like her to protect their dark and terrible family secret. \n \nBut as she plans her escape and heads out into a country torn apart by war, Makepeace must decide which is worse: possession – or death.
About ReadMatter: Your Online Bookshop for Secondhand Books
At ReadMatter, we’re all about bringing books to life and connecting stories with readers across South Africa. We stock over 10,000 books and 4,000 authors at any time, with a massive reservoir of 100,000 additional titles available on request. Whether you're searching for a beloved classic or a hidden gem, we’re here to help you find your next great read.
Since we started in 2019, we’ve delivered over 15,000 books to readers all across the country. Every week, we add more than 250 new books to our website, ensuring there’s always something new to discover. With a monthly sell-through rate of 30%, 1 in 3 books you see today will find a new home within a month—so don’t wait too long to grab your favourites!
The stat we’re most proud of? Our perfect 5-star Google rating and 100% positive customer satisfaction on Bobshop. These reflect our commitment to delivering not just books, but also happiness and joy to every reader.
We’re big enough to deliver anywhere in South Africa with a street address but small enough to care deeply about every book we send out. At ReadMatter, every order makes a difference. Join us in celebrating the magic of stories and the joy of reading.
