The Demon Headmaster

Gillian Cross author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:6th Jul '17

Should be back in stock very soon

The Demon Headmaster cover

It's impossible to resist.

Something weird is happening at school. The children are too well behaved - almost like robots. What strange power does the eerie headmaster hold over them, and can anyone resist? Or are Dinah, Lloyd, and Harvey doomed to become part of the Demon Headmaster's dark plan?A gripping and thought-provoking school story packed with mystery, suspense, and unforgettable twists, this classic children's novel follows Dinah as she uncovers a chilling secret that threatens far more than just her new school. When Dinah moves in with her foster family, she thinks her biggest challenge will be settling in with her foster brothers, Lloyd and Harvey. But from her very first days at her new school, something feels wrong. Most of the pupils are unusually obedient, strangely emotionless, and eager to please the sinister headmaster at all costs. Together, Dinah, Lloyd, and Harvey begin investigating the mysterious influence the headmaster seems to have over the students. As they dig deeper, they uncover a terrifying truth. The headmaster's power extends far beyond ordinary discipline, and his ambitions reach much further than the school gates. When Dinah herself begins to fall under his control, the race is on to stop his dangerous plans before it's too late. Can the children break free from his influence and prevent him from carrying out a scheme that could affect the entire country? Combining page-turning suspense with memorable characters and a brilliantly unsettling villain, this bestselling classic continues to captivate new generations of readers. Key Features & BenefitsClassic Children's Fiction - A beloved and enduring story that has thrilled readers for decades. • Gripping Mystery & Suspense - Packed with intrigue, twists, and a creeping sense of danger that keeps readers turning pages. • Unforgettable Villain - Features one of children's fiction's most memorable and chilling antagonists. • Encourages Critical Thinking - Explores themes of independence, free will, courage, and standing up for what's right. • Ideal for Class Reading - A popular teacher recommendation, perfect for shared reading, guided discussion, and exploring themes of power, influence, and individuality. • Accessible & Engaging - Fast-paced storytelling makes it an excellent choice for both independent readers and classroom study. Why Readers Love This Book Clever, suspenseful, and just the right amount of spooky,...

"A rattling good yarn." * TLS *
"A light-hearted, funny and ingenious story." * School Librarian *
"An excellent mystery with an unusual setting." * Good Book Guide *
"Gillian Cross is one of the best children's novelists today and her stories of the Demon Headmaster are both fun and quite frightening." * Daily Telegraph *
"Brought bang up to date with contemporary references and in-jokes that kids can fully engage with and understand, Gillian is hugely talented and it's fabulous to see this new book ready to give kids the odd headmaster-related nightmare." * Read it Daddy *
"The Demon Headmaster has proven popular in the classroom for over three decades and provides a good starting point for discussing how a school or society would look without the liberty to be individuals." * Books for Topics *

ISBN: 9780192745767

Dimensions: 197mm x 134mm x 11mm

Weight: 123g

160 pages