HARPERCOLLINS Skulduggery Pleasant Series 9 Books Collection Set by Derek Landy Bestselling Fantasy Adventure Novels for Young Readers

Enter a world of magic, mystery, and mayhem with the Skulduggery Pleasant – 9 Books Collection Set by Derek Landy. This bestselling fantasy adventure series follows Skulduggery Pleasant, a wisecracking skeleton detective, and his partner Stephanie Edgley as they battle dark forces, uncover ancient secrets, and protect the world from magical threats. Packed with action, humor, and unforgettable characters, these novels are loved by readers of all ages. Perfect for fans of fantasy, mystery, and adventure, this nine-book collection offers an immersive reading experience filled with clever dialogue, fast-paced storytelling, and thrilling twists. Ideal for young adults, teens, and confident middle-grade readers, this set makes a fantastic gift or starter collection. Why Readers Love This Collection: Includes 9 bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant novels Created by award-winning author Derek Landy Action-packed fantasy with humor and mystery Strong characters and gripping storytelling Ideal for ages 9–14 and beyond Perfect for series binge-reading and gift-giving A must-have for fantasy fans, the Skulduggery Pleasant 9 Books Collection delivers magic, danger, and unforgettable adventure from start to finish. Skulduggery Pleasant Series 9 Books Collection Set by Derek Landy Description Skulduggery Pleasant Meet the great Skulduggery Pleasant: wise-cracking detective; powerful magician; master of dirty tricks and burglary (in the name of the greater good; of course). Oh yeah. And dead. Then there's his sidekick; Stephanie. She's! well; she's a twelve-year-old girl. With a pair like this on the case; evil had better watch out! 'So you won't keep anything from me again?' He put his hand to his chest. 'Cross my heart and hope to die.' 'Okay then. Though you don't actually have a heart;' she said. 'I know.' 'And technically; you've already died.' 'I know that too.' 'Just so we're clear.' Stephanie's uncle Gordon is a writer of horror fiction. But when he dies and leaves her his estate; Stephanie learns that while he may have written horror; it certainly wasn't fiction. Pursued by evil forces intent on recovering a mysterious key; Stephanie finds help from an unusual source -- the wisecracking skeleton of a dead wizard. When all hell breaks loose; it's lucky for Skulduggery that he's already dead. Though he's about to discover that being a skeleton doesn't stop you from being tortured; if the torturer is determined enough. And if there's anything Skulduggery hates; it's torture! Will evil win the day? Will Stephanie and Skulduggery stop bickering long enough to stop it? One thing's for sure: evil won't know what's hit it. Playing with Fire Just when you think you've saved the world! 'You will kill her?' the Torment asked. Skulduggery sagged. 'Yes.' He hesitated; then took his gun from his jacket. 'I'm sorry; Valkyrie;' he said softly. 'Don't talk to me;' Valkyrie said. 'Just do what you have to do.' Valkyrie parted her tunic; and Skulduggery pointed the gun at... ...