First published 1988
Twelve-year-old Tom's quiet country life is upended when he meets Walter, a boy who seems to appear out of thin air. Walter is no ordinary friend - he's a ghost from the English Civil War, trapped in time. As Tom navigates his new spectral companion, he must also contend with bullies, a strict father, and the threat of Walter's sudden disappearance. Can the two boys overcome their differences and forge an unlikely bond before it's too late?
Genres: adventure, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Period: English Civil War
192 pages · Paperback · Farshore