International Education Services Teen & Young Adult Book of the Year, in honour of John Treacy

Shortlist 2023

What Walks These Halls

What Walks These Halls

By Amy Clarkin

‘A prickling sensation grew on the back of her neck, spreading up her scalp. It was the feeling of being watched. She whirled to face the doorway but it was empty.’ 

Raven O’Sullivan doesn’t remember what happened in Hyacinth House five years ago. When her father died during a paranormal investigation there, everyone said it was an accident, but she’s pretty certain it’s her fault. Her brother, Archer, wasn’t there that night. When asked to investigate the supposed ghost of Hyacinth House, he can’t resist saying yes. Even if his sister wants nothing to do with it. 

Éabha McLoughlin has grown up seeing and hearing things no one else does. Now that she’s starting college, she finally has the freedom to find out why. The daring Archer and his eclectic team seem like a good place to start. But everyone has their secrets, and they all lead back to Hyacinth House … 

The thrilling YA debut novel from Amy Clarkin. 

About Amy Clarkin...

Amy Clarkin is a writer from Dublin. Her non-fiction writing is often on the theme of chronic illness and identity, and has been featured in Sonder Literary Magazine, Rogue, and Dear Damsels. What Walks These Halls is her debut novel. She can generally be found by the sea, drinking coffee, talking about her dog, or asking people what their favourite ghost story is. The eagerly-awaited sequel to What Walks These Halls will be published in Spring 2024. 

 

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