The Ghost Prison, Joseph Delaney, Scott Fischer

The Ghost Prison, Joseph Delaney, illus. by Scott Fischer.

ISBN: 978-1402293184

Read November 6, 2013

YA: illustrated medieval ghost story (set in same universe as The Last Apprentice, but not necessary)

Nicely illustrated short creepy about Billy's stint as a night watchman for the haunted castle dungeons.  Loved the excellent characterizations tucked into the short pages and haunting expressive pen-scribble illustrations. 

Only possible downside is the length - this one is VERY short - It's almost as tiny as a paperback book, and clocks in around 95 pages, with a fair number of those being full page illustrations.  Still, the story is fun, the creep factor is high, and it's perfect for a reluctant reader or a short car trip.