The story follows sixteen-year-old Malia, who grapples with anxiety while maintaining a popular image. After a tragic school bus crash claims the lives of her classmates, including the rebellious Shepherd, intense Russ, and intelligent Emil, she spirals deeper into her emotions. Malia's journey takes a turn when she befriends Keezy, the mechanic's daughter, and together, they delve into the mysterious motives behind the crash, blending elements of supernatural intrigue with a gripping murder mystery.
In "Sixteen Souls" entdeckt der 16-jährige Charlie, der Geister sehen kann, ein Geheimnis in der Spukstadt York. Gemeinsam mit dem Seher Sam und seinen Freunden kämpft er gegen das Verschwinden von Seelen. Die Geschichte vereint Spannung, queere Romance und wichtige Themen wie Diversität und Selbstfindung. Ideal für Fantasy-Fans ab 14 Jahren.
Prepare for more spooky, swoony YA from BookTok star @Merrowchild! The thing
about death is ... it sneaks up on you. Seventeen-year-old seer Charlie and
his new boyfriend, Sam, know that the dead can't hurt the living. It's ghosts
who need protection from dangerous soul catchers - and the boys have promised
to keep them safe. But when a powerful force interferes with their defences,
and a brutal attack leaves them questioning everything they know, the boys
realize there is more at stake than they ever imagined. A deadly occultist
seeks revenge, the bodies are piling up, and everyone that Charlie loves is at
risk. As the mystery unravels, Charlie and Sam face a battle for more than
just their lives. The thrilling and heart-wrenching new novel from the author
of Sixteen Souls. Perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys, Becky Albertalli and V E
Schwab. Sixteen Souls was an instant YA bestseller. Dubbed by Book Tok as
Heartstopper with Ghosts. Praise for Sixteen Souls: Delivers fun and frights
in equal measure. A fantastically spooky, thrilling adventure! - Kat Ellis,
author of Wicked Little Deeds Flawless twists, this book immediately pulled me
in. - H.M Long, author of Hall of Smoke A captivating take of loss, friendship
and love that had me gripped from first to last. - Menna van Praag, author of
The Sisters Grimm Absolutely gripped. - Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the
Undead The writing is rich; the characters sharply drawn. - K.D Edwards,
author of The Tarot Sequence Series Sixteen Souls is a boundlessly clever,
heartfelt queer take on the story of a sensitive young man who sees dead
people. Talbot has crafted something chillingly delightful! Perfect for any
ghoul-lover's shelf! - Adam Sass, author of Surrender Your Sons and The 99
Boyfriends of Micah Summers Deliciously dark - Cynthia Murphy, author of Last
One to Die, Win Lose Kill Die and The Midnight Game A delectable mystery -
Dawn Kurtagich, author of The Dead House An outstanding debut - Bex Hogan,
author of Isles of Storm and Sorrow series
In a haunted city, a 16-year-old seer named Charlie Frith discovers that one of his ghostly friends has gone missing. To find them, he must step out of his reclusive life and join forces with Sam Harrow, the new seer in town, along with a diverse group of ghosts. Together, they race against time to save their friends from a fate worse than death, uncovering a dark purpose behind the disappearances that exceeds Charlie's worst fears. As he grapples with his growing romantic feelings for Sam, the stakes escalate.
This debut is perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys, Becky Albertalli, and V.E. Schwab, and has garnered over a quarter of a million views on TikTok. It features an intricately plotted mystery, rich world-building, and a diverse cast of characters. Praise highlights its blend of fun and frights, with authors commending its flawless twists and captivating exploration of loss, friendship, and love. The writing is described as rich, and the characters are sharply drawn, making it a must-read for any young adult fan. This clever and heartfelt queer story about a sensitive young man who sees dead people is a chillingly delightful addition to any ghoul-lover's shelf.
