Kit’s Wilderness by David Almond

Thirteen-year-old Kit goes to live with his grandfather in the decaying coal mining town of Stoneygate, England, and finds both the old man and the town haunted by ghosts of the past.

Liz says:

“Three stories are woven together so beautifully and seamlessly that when you finish reading this book, you will feel like you’ve been through a very strange and awesome experience. Kit’s world is filled with harsh realities, mystical stories and ghosts. This is a complicated book and is a bit dark. I would recommend this book to strong readers who don’t mind eerie stories. I loved it and think David Almond is one of the best writers for young adults.”