It's 1892 when Abigail Rook lands on the shores of New England after running away from her London home, seeking adventure. By chance, she encounters Mr. R.F. Jackaby, a Sherlock Holmes-ish type character who somehow knows exactly where she has recently traveled. He tells her, very matter of factly, that he knows because of the spirits and imps who have attached themselves to her. She thinks he's crazy, but soon encounters him again when responding to an ad for employment. She's just desperate and curious enough to decide to go to work for him. Turns out he's a sort of rogue detective who uses his psychic ability to see what other people can't to solve crimes. (Much to the chagrin of the police in town.) Together they begin to investigate a series of grisly murders, but it's hard to catch a killer when he's not even human! If you're looking for something to read after The Screaming Staircase, give Jackaby a try!
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