by Chris Mould
3 stars
Another exciting and creepy entry in the Something Wickedly Weird series. In this one, Stanley crosses the Wooden Mile once more for a winter visit, thinking his troubles are over. But a headless ghost informs him that his run-ins with pirates are just getting started.
This book continues the story from the first book. Some previous events are referenced, but I’d recommend reading these in order.
Another well-told story on Crampton Rock. It was nice to see some familiar characters as well as to meet some new ones. Danger and adventure combine with strangeness and humor. Creepy without being too scary.
As with the first book, the illustrations are spot-on. They really capture the aesthetic of the series.
Creepy, weird, and engaging. This is such a fun series.