Description

Caldecott Medalist and #1 New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Jon Klassen delivers a deliciously macabre treat for folktale fans.

In a big abandoned house, on a barren hill, lives a skull. A brave girl named Otilla has escaped from terrible danger and run away, and when she finds herself lost in the dark forest, the lonely house beckons. Her host, the skull, is afraid of something too, something that comes every night. Can brave Otilla save them both? Steeped in shadows and threaded with subtle wit – with rich, monochromatic artwork and an illuminating author’s note – The Skull is as empowering as it is mysterious and foreboding.

Publisher Review

"This is a delicious little horror, inspired by a Tyrolean folk tale, about a lonely, abandoned skull who plays host to a very brave little girl. It has surprises, a clever wit and some knockout illustrations." * Big Issue * Klassen was inspired by a Tyrolean Folktake to create this deliciously creepy story [...] Told with Klassen's trademark mix of humour, suspense and expressive illustrations, this macabre tale will be a treat for readers of any age. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller * Featured in the Season Highlights for the Bookseller's Spring 2023 Children's Buyer's Guide. * the Bookseller *