The Name of the Star
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The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson
Thrilling ghost-hunting teen mystery as modern-day London is plagued by a sudden outbreak of brutal murders that mimic the horrific crimes of Jack the Ripper. "A gorgeously written, chilling, atmospheric thriller. The streets of London have never been so sinister or so romantic." Cassandra Clare, author of THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS"A gorgeously written, chilling, atmospheric thrillerThe streets of London have never been so sinister or so romantic." Cassandra Clare, author of THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS
“An unputdownable thrill ride that will leave you gasping, laughing, and dreaming of London.”
Ally Carter, bestselling author of the GALLAGHER GIRLS series and HEIST SOCIETY
“This book made me want to give up everything, move to London, and fight ghosts.”
Holly Black, bestselling author of MODERN FAERIE TALE series
Praise for 13 Little Blue Envelopes
“Equal parts poignant, funny and inspiring, with a delicious fairytale ending.”
Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Johnson’s writing is sophisticated and humorous, her characterisations pitch perfect.”
Kirkus Reviews
Maureen Johnson was born in Philadelphia, but soon ran off to New York City to study writing and drama at Columbia University. Along the way, she served up hamburgers in the company of mad scientists and talking skeletons in New York, worked in a bar in Piccadilly Circus, nervously worked alongside five tigers in Las Vegas, and once got mixed up with the entire cast of a major West End musical. She is the author of The Key to the Golden Firebird and The Bermudez Triangle. You can visit Maureen online at www.maureenjohnsonbooks.com
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780007398638 |
| ISBN 10 | 0007398638 |
| Title | The Name of the Star |
| Author | Maureen Johnson |
| Series | Shades Of London |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2011-09-29 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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