![]() ![]() ![]() When Nimira learns that the automaton is in fact not haunted, but holds captive the spirit of a fairy gentleman, she resolves to break the curse and set him free." IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIATE DESPATCH. But Hollin's house is full of secrets, of locked doors, a mysterious woman roaming the halls at night, suspicions about Mrs Parry's death and, strangest of all, rumours that the automaton is haunted. She has a passion for history, thrift stores, vintage dresses, David Bowie, drawing, and organic food. She spent her childhood reading as many books as she could lug home from the library and playing elaborate pretend games with her sister. She believes her prayers have been answered when he whisks her away to his home to perform with a life-size automaton. 10.49 11.89 Save 12 Current price is 10.49, Original price is 11.89. JACLYN DOLAMORE is the author of Magic under Glass and Between the Sea and Sky. "Nimira is a trouser girl, a music-hall performer who has lost all hope of a respectable career - until wealthy sorcerer Hollin Parry seemingly comes to her rescue. Very minor nick at the top of the book spine. ![]() ![]() The book is in VERY FINE and UNREAD condition and comes complete with the publisher's publicity handout. First edition with a full 1 to 10 number sequence indicating a first printing. ![]()
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