I had the initial idea some years ago but was just waiting for the right ingredient to come along.

The most recent of these nominations rekindled a fascination with Poe that has borne fruit here in (in The Restless Dead, 2007) the form of 'The Heart of Another' - inspired by Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart.' Of his story, Sedgwick says, 'This was one of those stories that I thought might be a novel originally but actually was much better suited to the tight form of the short story. He is the author of several books, including Witch Hill and The Book of Dead Days, both of which were nominated for the Edgar Allan Poe Award. Marcus is a British author and illustrator as well as a musician. Marcus Sedgwick was born in Kent, England. rich, involving, and vivifying.”- School Librabry Journal, Starred “Employing a lean narrative voice and writing in short chapters that encourage page turning, Sedgwick draws readers along. find a solid readership among historical fiction fans, thanks to the fast pace, hint of magic, and satisfyingly enigmatic “Like an ancient cave painting come to life, Sedgwick’s tale of dark enchantment depicts a primitive tribe in a north country.”- Publishers Weekly, Starred The shocking discovery of Mouse’s true identity brings to life a terrifying legend and leads to war, betrayal, and Sig’s coming of age as he finds the wit and courage to save his tribe.

Sig’s family adopts her and names her Mouse, and he becomes a loyal brother to this girl with mysterious powers and a secret past.

On the day of the wolf hunt, the life of the tribe changes forever, for Sig rescues a small girl, more like the wolves who shelter her than a human. SIG IS A boy in a coastal tribe, the Storn, long ago in a Northern land.

The Dark Horse by Marcus Sedgwick