The Screaming Staircase (Lockwood & Co., #1)
by Jonathan Stroud
The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud holds a highly rated rating of 4.19 out of 5, based on 15.4K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 440 pages.
About The Screaming Staircase
When the dead come back to haunt the living, Lockwood & Co. step in . . .For more than fifty years, the country has been affected by a horrifying epidemic of ghosts. A number of Psychic Investigations Agencies have sprung up to destroy the dangerous apparitions.Lucy Carlyle, a talented young agent, arrives in London hoping for a notable career. Instead she finds herself joining the smallest, most ramshackle agency in the city, run by the charismatic Anthony Lockwood. When one of their cases goes horribly wrong, Lockwood & Co. have one last chance of redemption. Unfortunately this involves spending the night in one of the most haunted houses in England, and trying to escape alive.Set in a city stalked by spectres, The Screaming Staircase is the first in a chilling new series full of suspense, humour and truly terrifying ghosts. Your nights will never be the same again . . .
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jonathan Stroud |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 440 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery & Thriller, Horror, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.19 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 15,446 |
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What genre is The Screaming Staircase?
The Screaming Staircase is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery & Thriller, Horror. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Screaming Staircase worth reading?
Based on 15.4K reader ratings, The Screaming Staircase has an average score of 4.19 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Screaming Staircase?
The Screaming Staircase has 440 pages.
Who wrote The Screaming Staircase?
The Screaming Staircase was written by Jonathan Stroud. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Screaming Staircase?
The ISBN-13 for The Screaming Staircase is 9780857532020.0.
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