Ruby in the Smoke

Philip Pullman's renowned Sally Lockhart series begins with a captivating narrative, now available in a stunningly redesigned edition. After the tragic drowning of Sally Lockhart's father, a mysterious letter reaches her, containing a foreboding message that causes a man to literally die from fear in her presence. Driven by a fierce desire to uncover the truth behind her father's demise, Sally finds herself embroiled in a chilling mystery set in the shadowy streets of Victorian London. At the heart of this intrigue is a lethal, blood-stained gem. In celebration of Charles Dickens' bicentenary in 2012, Pullman's beloved Victorian tales, brimming with suspense and drama, have been given refreshed covers. Be sure to explore Philip Pullman's extraordinary HIS DARK MATERIALS series, which has been adapted into an acclaimed television series by the BBC and HBO.