When Jack and his family arrive on the remote, blustery Scottish island of Morna, the whole summer holiday seems doomed... until they find the den. The three children who claim it are the only other children their age on the island - and soon Jack, Tressa and Milo are initiated into their secret society, the Binding, which charismatic Duncan presides over with elaborate rules, ceremonies and punishments.
Jack wants to belong. He doesn't want trouble. But as the summer goes on, he begins to understand more about the Binding. Jack's going to have to stand up to Duncan - whatever it costs him.
A tense, compulsive exploration of the effects of secrets, authority, boredom, and fear.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
This is Book 48 in the Black Cats Series. See all Black Cats books here.
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Jen Alexander is a well-established author of over 100 fiction and non-fiction titles. Her books for A&C Black include Going Up! the no-worries guide to secondary school, and How to be a Brilliant Writer. She is married to a primary headteacher and has four children.
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