'Without the Keys, something terrible will happen. Something that cannot be undone.

And with them, I might bring an end to the riddle of the Prophecy and my strange part in it. If Alice and I are on conflicting sides of the Prophecy, the Keys would be dangerous in her hands.

Which means I have to find them.

And I have to do it before my sister.'

This is the story of sixteen-year-old Lia Milthorpe's quest to discover her role and her twin sister's in a powerful prophecy that has affected twin sisters for generations. But nothing can prepare her for what she discovers - about herself, about her family, and about the danger that goes from haunting her dreams to becoming her reality.

Reviews

• “This gothic must-read has more twists than a log flume” – Sugar
• “Expect a dark and gripping gothic fantasy of love and loss.” - Waterstone’s Books Quarterly
• “this gothic horror-romance will appeal to aficionados of all ages. The intricate plot twists are matched by Zink’s control of her characters’ complex personalities as, with uncommon skill for a first-time novelist, she builds up to a terrific climax and cleverly lays the groundwork for more books to follow. A fresh and engaging cast of characters, a page-turning plot and lyrical prose add up to an accomplished feat of storytelling.” – Eric Brown, Guardian
• “an intriguing debut which certainly promises a lot for the rest of the series… I couldn’t put it down.” “Beautifully paced and steady.” - yatterings.com
• “The atmosphere presented by this book was incredible… a return to form for Gothic storytelling” - emotionallyfourteen.com
• “a sublime gothic fantasy… with a dark and shivery allure. Michelle Zink’s writing is lyrical and authentic… atmospheric and convincing” - iwasateenagebookgeek.blogspot.com

Hardback

Published 06/08/2009