Summary
An award-winning tale filled with chills and thrills, from top children’s author Pete Johnson.
When Daniel and his friends make up a ghost story about a terrifying dog, what begins as a story turns into a nightmare… A spine-tingling tale about a boy haunted by the monstrous creature he created in his own imagination.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780440863410 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0440863414 |
| Author: | Pete Johnson |
| Publisher: | Penguin Random House Children's UK |
| Imprint: | Yearling |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 144 |
| Release Date: | 1 September 1996 |
| Weight: | 105g |
| Dimensions: | 194mm x 130mm x 9mm |
| Series: | A Yearling Book |
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Critics Review
A haunting and captivating read which will keep you hooked to the end
An incredibly enjoyable book from a very accomplished writer. The children are drawn convincingly and the author gets into his main character very well … An exciting and touching story about friendship and the power of imagination, especially that of a child * Books for Keeps *
A haunting and captivating read which will keep you hooked to the end * Book Trust *
A very spooky story … A compulsive read * School Library Association *
About The Author
Pete Johnson
PETE JOHNSON began work as a film critic for Radio One, then became a teacher. His experiences in the classroom inspired him to write his first book for children, and he still keeps contact with a panel of young readers to gain their viewpoint as he writes. He is the author of over forty books, including the bestselling How To Train Your Parents. Pete’s books have won various awards, including the Young Telegraph Award and the Brilliant Book Award, and have been translated into twenty-three languages. He lives in St Albans.
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