Count Karlstein

Count Karlstein, Philip Pullman's first children's novel, is a captivating and darkly humorous adventure set in a village haunted by the ominous presence of the Demon Huntsman on All Souls' Eve. When the Huntsman comes to claim a long-standing pact, the lives of two young sisters become intertwined with a brave maid’s efforts to thwart a sinister plan. Beautifully illustrated by Peter Bailey, this story combines creepiness with charm in a thrilling tale of courage and supernatural intrigue.