Jackaby

Jackaby by William   Ritter

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Jackaby, by William Ritter, was one of those books that somewhat seamlessly blend fantasy with reality; so many do not.  I think that is what gave this book the edge over other current titles.  Jackaby, an eccentric paranormal detective, is able to solve mysteries that regular detectives cannot because he is able to see into the paranormal world.  Abigail Rook becomes his assistant when she finds herself without money and few skills in New Fiddleham and answers his ad for employment.  Being an assistant to Jackaby, a witty colorful character with an ugly hat, is not without risk.  In fact, a former assistant is now a duck, but Abigail loves adventure and soon finds herself in the middle of a serial murder case. Jackaby is convinced the murderer is a paranormal.   It is easy to love the witty Jackaby.  I truly expect a sequel.  For read alikes, read The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud, a similar story line.



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