In "Necromancer: A Novella" by Lish McBride, we follow the story of the young necromancer, Sam, who is struggling to navigate his newfound powers while dealing with the aftermath of a tragic event. As he grapples with the weight of his abilities and the complexities of friendship, Sam is thrust into a world filled with danger and dark magic. The narrative blends elements of humor and horror, exploring themes of loss, identity, and the moral implications of raising the dead. With engaging characters and a unique take on the supernatural, McBride crafts a tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Necromancer .

This book is aimed at children at US 9th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 14-18 years.

This is a novella. A novella is short novel or a long short story and typically ranges from 20, 000 to 50, 000 words, which translates to about 100 to 200 pages, depending on formatting, font size, and other factors like page layout. Novellas offer a focused narrative with fewer subplots than a novel and a more direct approach to storytelling. Some famous novellas, such as The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, fall within this length range. This book was published in 2011 by Henry Holt & Company .

Lish McBride grew up in the Pacific Northwest and got her MFA in fiction from the University of New Orleans. Lish lives happily in Seattle with her family, two cats, and one very put-upon Chihuahua. She is the author of Hold Me Closer, Necromancer .