“And then, in a skittering, chittering rush, it came. The hand, running high on its fingertips, scrabbled through the tall grass and up onto a tree stump. It stood there for a moment, like crab tasting the air, and then it made one triumphant, nail-clacking leap onto the center of the tablecloth. Time slowed for Coraline. The white fingers closed around the black key....”
Coraline is a fantasy novel that explores themes of identity, family, and the fear of the unknown. The story follows Coraline, a young girl who moves to a new home and discovers a parallel world where she is desired by a mother figure who is eerily similar to her own. As Coraline navigates this strange new world, she must confront her deepest fears and decide whether to return to her real life. more
Neil Gaiman, born on November 10, 1960, is a renowned British author. His works span across various genres including fantasy, horror, and science fiction, with notable titles such as 'American Gods' and 'Good Omens'. Gaiman's writing style is distinctive and has won him a dedicated fan base. more
“Nessuno che sia minimamente ragionevole crede ai fantasmi. Sono tutti dei gran bugiardi”