by Ray Bradbury
First published 1994
It's All Hallows' Eve, and eight costumed boys race to meet their friend Pipkin. But a dark specter snatches Pipkin away, leading the boys on a perilous chase through history to uncover the true meaning of Halloween. From ancient Egypt to the gargoyles of Notre Dame, they witness rituals and rites that reveal the holiday's shadowy origins. In a climactic confrontation, the boys must each sacrifice a year of their own lives to save Pipkin's. This spellbinding tale blends fantasy, horror, and the deep roots of our most haunting traditions.
Genres: historical-fiction, fantasy, horror, young-adult
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, sacrifice
160 pages · Paperback · Yearling