Book Series · 5 Books

Shadows and Light Books

In order from The White Hare to The Eel Question.

The Shadows and Light series is a set of 5 chapter books by Nicola Davies, published between 2016 and 2019. Written for ages 8–11, most books run about 40 pages.

The White Hare
Elias Martin
The Selkie's Mate
The Eel Question
Bee Boy and the Moonflowers
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The White Hare
Sale price
$1395
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016

The White Hare

By Nicola Davies, Anastasia Izlesou (Illustrator)

A girl transforms into a hare to escape a sinister fate.

40 pages
Hardcover
Summary: In a tale woven with ancient magic, a girl transforms into a hare to flee from a menacing lover. This story delves into the mysterious bond between humans and nature, revealing the darker shadows of folklore. As she navigates this enchanted escape, will she find freedom or face new perils? Prepare for a journey that blends the mystical with the chilling, leaving you with a sense of wonder and a shiver down your spine.
The complete set

Shadows and Light Series

5 books · Published 2016–2019

Series
Sale price
$1395

The White Hare

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016

A girl transforms into a hare to escape a sinister fate.

Elias Martin

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

A solitary man encounters a lost child, unraveling dark secrets of nature.

The Selkie's Mate

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

A seal and fisherman unite under a moonlit sky, revealing nature's dark secrets.

The Eel Question

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

A servant's forbidden curiosity about mysterious eels leads to magical discoveries.

Bee Boy and the Moonflowers

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

A boy must find magical flowers to save his family, but others seek their power too.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Shadows and Light series?

There are 5 books in the Shadows and Light series. It began with The White Hare in 2016, and the newest book, The Eel Question, was published in 2019.

What ages are the Shadows and Light books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Shadows and Light to life.

01

Nicola Davies

Author
02

Anastasia Izlesou

Illustrator
03

Fran Shum

Illustrator
04

Claire Jenkins

Illustrator
05

Beth Holland

Illustrator
06

Max Low

Illustrator

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