The Boggart

By: Susan Cooper

Narrated by: David Rintoul

Centuries old and thousands of miles from home.

When Emily and Jess Volnik's family inherits a remote, crumbling Scottish castle, they also inherit the Boggart--an invisible, mischievous spirit who's been playing tricks on residents of Castle Keep for generations. Then the Boggart is trapped in a rolltop desk and inadvertently shipped to the Volniks' home in Toronto, where nothing will ever be the same--for the Volniks or the Boggart.

In a world that doesn't believe in magic, the Boggart's pranks wreak havoc. And even the newfound joys of peanut butter and pizza and fudge sauce eventually wear thin for the Boggart. He wants to go home--but his only hope lies in a risky and daring blend of modern technology and ancient magic.

A Delightful Story

I have read this book as well as listened to it here on Audible both are delightful experiences. I think I perhaps preferred reading it but it has been a joy to sit and knit and listen to this recording.

Susan Cooper is remarkable writer and I highly recommend her The Dark is Rising series either to read or to listen to on Audible. The recording of this series is outstanding. Highly recommend.

Magical

I read this book in the fourth or fifth grade and adored it. This was THE book that got me to love reading! I’m now a mommy of two crazy little boys, so I wanted to share this book with them. It’s just as magical as I remembered. The narrator is absolutely perfect! Loved every second of this!!!

Love the Boggart

From first read, a favorite. Computer issues dated but wonderful story. Love it and never tire of his journey home.

excellent reader

I love all of
Susan Cooper's works. The Boggart did not disappoint. Excellent mix of past and present

Delightful!

Listened to the whole tale in one go. Have read the book quite a few times, but the audio version greatly enhanced the 'realness' of the story. And the narration was excellent - reminded me of Scots voices I heard when we visited there in 2001. Thoroughly enjoyed this book; thanks, Audible!