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Among the Ghosts
In 2010, Amber released her first children’s book Among the Ghosts. The book is set within the same universe as The Calliope-Reaper Jones Series. It follows Noleen, or Noh for short, a long time friend of Calliope.
The story begins when a 13 year old Noh moves to her new boarding school the New New Bridge Academy. After her summer holiday plans fall through she travels to school early to stay with her aunt who is a teacher there. Noh’s early arrival gives her the perfect opportunity to explore her new home. It’s not long before curiosity leads her to investigate the west wing which has been disused for many years and that when the fun begins!
Amber brings the same sense of fun from the Reaper-Jones novels to produce an exciting and fun adventure for children.
At this point if you’re asking is he just using quotes from her publishers the Answer is NO. I’ve read the book myself. I was 27 at the time, and no I’m not the target audience, but it struck me if there had been more books like this when I was a kid I would have certainly read more!
The book is illustrated by the very talented Sina Grace, who does a wonderful job of adding to a rich story, giving the reader the chance see Noh and her friends.
Among the Ghosts is published by Aladdin a branch of Simon & Schuster. It is still available in its original form of a hardback bound book. A paper back edition has now also been released.
Amber had originally intended Calliope Reaper-Jones books to be trilogy however following their huge success Penguin were keen for her add to the series. Lucky for fans Calliope's adventures they were able to agree a deal for a further 2 novels the Reaper-Jones universe expanded again with a short story too.
The story begins when a 13 year old Noh moves to her new boarding school the New New Bridge Academy. After her summer holiday plans fall through she travels to school early to stay with her aunt who is a teacher there. Noh’s early arrival gives her the perfect opportunity to explore her new home. It’s not long before curiosity leads her to investigate the west wing which has been disused for many years and that when the fun begins!
Amber brings the same sense of fun from the Reaper-Jones novels to produce an exciting and fun adventure for children.
At this point if you’re asking is he just using quotes from her publishers the Answer is NO. I’ve read the book myself. I was 27 at the time, and no I’m not the target audience, but it struck me if there had been more books like this when I was a kid I would have certainly read more!
The book is illustrated by the very talented Sina Grace, who does a wonderful job of adding to a rich story, giving the reader the chance see Noh and her friends.
Among the Ghosts is published by Aladdin a branch of Simon & Schuster. It is still available in its original form of a hardback bound book. A paper back edition has now also been released.
Amber had originally intended Calliope Reaper-Jones books to be trilogy however following their huge success Penguin were keen for her add to the series. Lucky for fans Calliope's adventures they were able to agree a deal for a further 2 novels the Reaper-Jones universe expanded again with a short story too.
How To Be Death
Having taken over as the Grim Reaper and the new CEO of Death INC Calliope must attend the annual Death Dinner held on the eve of Halloween. The one night of the year when all magic is suspended for 24-hours. If Callie thought remembering her speech was the biggest problem she'd encounter she was wrong.
Callie must take possession of How To Be Death a book which contains the power of the Grim Reaper. There's just one problem, the book is missing and in the wrong hands that could put her and the whole of humanity in danger. As if that weren't enough Callie soon discovers one of her guests has been murdered in a horrific fashion and the killer is still among them. There’s help on hand from Jarvis’ old friend retired detective Edgar Freezay together he and Callie face a race against time to unmask the killer.
The fourth book in the series gives Amber the opportunity to indulge her love of murder mysteries. As you would expect Amber does a superb job with her take on the classic locked room mystery that will keep you guessing right up until the shocking conclusion which will turn Callie’s world upside down.
Callie must take possession of How To Be Death a book which contains the power of the Grim Reaper. There's just one problem, the book is missing and in the wrong hands that could put her and the whole of humanity in danger. As if that weren't enough Callie soon discovers one of her guests has been murdered in a horrific fashion and the killer is still among them. There’s help on hand from Jarvis’ old friend retired detective Edgar Freezay together he and Callie face a race against time to unmask the killer.
The fourth book in the series gives Amber the opportunity to indulge her love of murder mysteries. As you would expect Amber does a superb job with her take on the classic locked room mystery that will keep you guessing right up until the shocking conclusion which will turn Callie’s world upside down.
Callie Meet Happy (short story)
Calliope’s adventures aren’t just limited to novels however Amber’s short story “Callie Meet Happy” is included in An Apple for the Creature a collection of stories edited Charlene Harris. Callie’s difficulty with worm hole lands her in big trouble.
The Golden Age of Death
Calliope has finally found her feet as the new CEO of Death Inc and with Hell now under the stewardship of her boyfriend Daniel and with the help of her faithful executive assistant Jarvis, things are running smoothly.
This new peace will not last for long however and Calliope soon finds herself under attack from enemies both old and new who want to wipe her out once and for all. Their deadly plans already set in motion she faces a desperate race against time to unmask her foes and stop them before they destroy her and all she holds dear. The problem is without a CEO in place Death Inc cannot function thus ending the world as we know it and unless Calliope acts quickly all of humanity will suffer.
In the final book in the series Amber brings us a thrilling blend of mythology, fantasy, humour and adventure. Be prepared for a wild ride and an emotional end to this hugely entertaining series.
There is currently no word on if or when How To Be Death and The Golden Age Of Death will be released as an audio books as with the previous three novels in the series.
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This new peace will not last for long however and Calliope soon finds herself under attack from enemies both old and new who want to wipe her out once and for all. Their deadly plans already set in motion she faces a desperate race against time to unmask her foes and stop them before they destroy her and all she holds dear. The problem is without a CEO in place Death Inc cannot function thus ending the world as we know it and unless Calliope acts quickly all of humanity will suffer.
In the final book in the series Amber brings us a thrilling blend of mythology, fantasy, humour and adventure. Be prepared for a wild ride and an emotional end to this hugely entertaining series.
There is currently no word on if or when How To Be Death and The Golden Age Of Death will be released as an audio books as with the previous three novels in the series.
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