Includes "The Curse of the Blue Figurine", "The Mummy, The Will, and The Crypt" and "the Spell of the Sorcerer's Skull"
John Bellairs Books
January 17, 1938 – March 8, 1991
John Bellairs was an American novelist known primarily for his work in the Gothic genre. His narratives masterfully weave the supernatural with psychological depth, drawing readers into mysterious and suspenseful tales. Bellairs focused on crafting stories that explore the complex emotional landscapes of his characters while building palpable tension and wondrous worlds. His distinctive style left an indelible mark on the genre, resonating with both young readers and adults.
Johnny, Fergie and Professor Childermass discover an old trolley that transports them back to Constantinople in 1453 as the Turks are invading the Byzantine Empire
The Eyes of the Killer Robot
- 138 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Fifty years after its invention Johnny's friend Professor Childermass puts back together the world's first baseball-playing robot, only to discover that he has reawakened an evil killing machine.
It is finally the summer holidays, and Lewis is looking forward to the break from school and spending time with his best friend Rose Rita, his Uncle Jonathan and his neighbour Mrs Zimmermann. But Lewis's hopes for a peaceful summer holiday are shattered as one accident after another plagues him.
The Curse of the Blue Figurine
- 150 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Johnny Dixon is plunged into a terrifying mystery-adventure when he removes a blue figurine called a ushabt. from church.
The Tower at the End of the World - The House With a Clock in Its Walls 9
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
When Lewis, his uncle Jonathan, and their friends Rose Rita and Mrs Zimmermann take a trip to a small town near Lake Superior, they expect a pleasant holiday. Instead, they find themselves facing the ghastly Ishmael Izard, son of the fiendish creator of the Doomsday clock that was once hidden in the walls of Uncle Jonathan's house.
The Doom of the Haunted Opera - The House With a Clock in Its Walls 6
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
When Lewis and Rose Rita explore an abandoned theater, they discover an unpublished opera score entitled 'The Day of Doom'. Little do they know that the eerie Henry Vanderhelm, the composer's grandson, arrives with a plan to awaken the dead and enslave the world!Soon, all the adults are enamoured - and enspelled - by Henry Vanderhelm.
The Spectre From the Magician's Museum - The House With a Clock in Its Walls 7
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Lewis and Rose Rita have to participate in their school's talent contest, whether they like it or not. After Rose Rita cuts her finger on an enchanted Egyptian scroll, she awakens the corpse of Belle Frisson, the scroll's previous owner, who captures Rose Rita and wants to use her body to live forever.
The Beast Under The Wizard's Bridge - The House With a Clock in Its Walls 8
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
In this installment of the supernatural series, Lewis Barnavelt and his best friend Rose Rita embark on an adventure at the mysterious Wilder Creek Bridge. As they delve into the secrets of the bridge, they encounter supernatural elements that challenge their friendship and courage. The story blends friendship, mystery, and the supernatural, showcasing the duo's growth and the thrilling experiences that come with exploring the unknown.
The Letter, the Witch and the Ring - The House With a Clock in Its Walls 3
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Rose Rita wishes she could go to camp like her best friend, Lewis. Mrs Zimmermann's cousin Oley has left her his farm, as well as a ring that he thinks is magic. But when the two arrive at the deserted farm, the ring has mysteriously vanished. Will the person who took it use the ring to do evil?