The Adventures of John Blake by Philip Pullman & Fred Fordham
Celebrated author Phillip Pullman’s first graphic novel is a pacy, action-packed adventure. Fred Fordham’s accompanying artwork has a classic feel and their collaboration is cinematic.
The Mary Alice is a time-travelling ghost ship that has been appearing, surrounded by dense fog, in various places around the world. There have been many reported sightings and present-day interest in the ship includes an unethical business mogul planning to use the secrets of the Mary Alice for corporate greed.
Serena is sailing with her family when she is flung overboard and rescued by John Blake, a sailor on the ship. In returning Serena to her family, the ship will be exposed to huge danger, unless they can defeat those who wish them harm. Readers aged 9 and up will race through this quality thriller. It felt like it could be the first in a series, so here’s hoping!