When six-year-old Beatrice Willoughby vanished at the Amadeuses’ annual All Hallows Eve party, people in the tiny mountain town of Nevermore were quick to whisper: “They were always odd” and ”Their house is full of dark magic.” After this incident, the Amadeuses closed their doors and disappeared from life. People almost forgot. Until thirteen years later, when six envelopes land at the doorstep of six households in town: “We cordially invite you to a celebration on the 31st of October, this Saturday evening, at the Amadeus household.” So begins the mystery . . .

About Roundtable Reading

At Roundtable Reading, young readers read aloud to one another from the opening pages of a good book for about an hour. Children who participate at the event will receive a copy of the book to continue reading at home. No advance sign-up needed; just show up promptly at two o'clock ready to read!