In "Wormwood Mire," the second book of the Stella Montgomery series by Fiona Hardingham, young Stella finds herself embroiled in a new mystery after her arrival at her aunt’s estate. As she explores the eerie Wormwood Mire, she uncovers secrets regarding her family’s past and a sinister force haunting the marshlands. Stella's courage and cleverness are tested as she engages with a cast of intriguing characters, including a ghostly presence and a new friend. With danger lurking around every corner, Stella must solve the enigma before it consumes her and those she loves, all while navigating the complexities of growing up. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Stella Montgomery .

This book was published in 2022 by HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd .

Margaret Wild has written more than seventy books and has been published around the world. Her numerous awards and distinctions include the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award for Jenny Angel, illustrated by Anne Spudvilas, The Very Best of Friends, illustrated by Julie Vivas, and Fox, illustrated by Ron Brooks. In 2008 she received the Nan Chauncy Award for an outstanding contribution to children's literature in Australia. Margaret has three titles in the Walker Classics series: Going Home and A Bit of Company, both illustrated by Wayne Harris, and Let the Celebrations Begin!, illustrated by Julie Vivas. Judith Rossell worked as a government scientist for a cotton spinning company and studied textile design in Scotland before becoming a full-time writer and illustrator of children's books. She has written 11 books and illustrated more than eighty, and her work has been translated into 14 languages. Judith teaches at RMIT and lives in Melbourne, Australia. Bogtrotter (written by Margaret Wild) is her first title with Walker Books Australia. Visit Judith's website at www. judithrossell. com and follow her on twitter @JudithRossell.