Ellie Thomas's Reviews > Wight Mischief

This totally hit the spot for me and I loved it so much, I read it twice in a row! There were so many levels in this, typified by the main characters. Lovely Will and his rather shallow and selfish friend Baz provide the sane, daylight point of view on a camping holiday on The Isle of Wight, which is beautifully described. The other aspect of the story, redolent with Gothic Horror is providied by reclusive writer Marcus, his tragic past and sinister guardian. These two strands are brought together by journalist Baz's research into the island's ghostly history and more recent events involving Marcus' family tragedy and by Will, spotting a ghostly-looking Marcus during a nighttime swim. Personally, I loved the mix of prosaic and threatening, with a really well-drawn supporting cast and a central couple who were perfect for each other. A firm favourite of mine!