Womack, Philip

"Explores the many worlds of science fiction, introducing beloved classics as well as new writing. Using key works as springboards and prompts, you'll also learn the nuts and bolts that go into writing science fiction that's out of this world"--From publisher description.

16-year-old orphan Tom Swinton is not looking forward to spending the summer at his boarding school. So when he receives a strange message from his uncle James, inviting him to visit his Suffolk farm, he jumps at the chance. However, Tom quickly realises that something is menacing Mundham Farm. As the secrets of the farm begin to unravel, pressure mounts, and Tom finds his loyalties under threat.

Edward Pollock, an orphan in an English boarding school, discovers The Other Book, which has infinite power for good or evil, and knows that he must keep it safe from a new teacher who wants to use it for her own sinister purposes.