The Tasks of the Departed

Fourteen-year-old Al is horrified when he witnesses his family being abducted by vicious hawk-like creatures and he’s dragged after them into the spirit world by a supernatural robin. Here, he meets his deceased grandfather, Alfred, and learns that spirits like him secretly help their living loved ones.Aided by a group of powerful beings, Al and Alfred set out to rescue their family from the clutches of an evil spirit bent on using them in his plan to conquer both the spirit world and the living one. Along the way, Al discovers that he himself has unique powers which may save both.The Tasks of the Departed is perfect for young people and adults who enjoy reading high fantasies blended with a mixture of historical nuggets. Sprinkled with a little Christmas magic too, it is teeming with quirky characters and fantastical creatures, which will make you laugh, cry and warm your heart in equal measure!