A fantasy reworking of Wuthering Heights which interweaves wizard lore and vendetta with Emily Bronte's beloved classic. Black Spring takes the passionate story of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights and re-imagines it in a fantasy nineteenth-century society set in savage lands sustained by wizardry, where its people live by the vengeance code of vendetta. Like Wuthering Heights, it's a story within a story, featuring the brooding young Damek, who is swept along by his emotions. The object of his affections is Lina, daughter of the village lord, whose magical powers make her a witch -- and witches are not tolerated in this brutally patriarchal society. When Lina is sent away and forced to become a servant, Damek promises revenge and, like Heathcliff, spends a lifetime securing and refining it.

 

This book has been graded for interest at 14+ years.

There are 289 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Walker Books Ltd .

Known for his vibrant, lucid and rich illustrations, Daniel Egneus is a rising star. His magical, chilling fairytale Raven Child and the Snow Witch published last Christmas to wonderful reviews and he recently illustrated Neil Gaiman's American Gods. He is also a well-regarded fashion illustrator and works for the likes of Chanel, H&M and Nike. Alison Croggon is an award-winning poet. She has also written extensively for the theatre. Alison lives in Melbourne with her family.