The Secret Loch Ness Correspondent

About the Book: 

Dear Editor of the Inverness Courier,

My name is Edith Ross, but everyone calls me Edie. As an aspiring reporter, I enclose an article about a sighting of the Loch Ness Monster from the Dores shore today (Wednesday 6th December 1933). I interviewed the observer in person. In addition, I would be grateful to know of any opportunities for young people at the Inverness Courier. I read your paper every day. Do you need any trainee reporters? Dial the Dores Guesthouse on 8045 and ask for Edie.

Yours ambitiously,

Edie Ross

Something is stirring in Loch Ness. Edie’s efforts may have been dismissed by the local newspaper editor, but when a large expedition arrives from London to prove the existence of the monster once and for all, Edie is in the right place to cover the story, calling herself only ‘The Secret Loch Ness Correspondent’.

But can the expedition leader Marmaduke Wetherell be trusted? Will Edie and her friend Alastair be able to stop the killing of red squirrels on their estate? And what is the mysterious English film actor up to in their village?

Soon, the sensational ‘Surgeon’s photo’ of the monster makes newspaper headlines across the world - but Edie and Alastair know the truth. Will anyone believe their story?

Reviews: 

Praise for The Boy, The Witch & The Queen of Scots:

The Boy, The Witch & The Queen of Scots is a thrilling, gripping historical adventure. SUSAN BROWNRIGG, Children’s Author

It’s a great way to get history into children and even as an adult I learnt a lot. HELEN BYLES, Blogger

A true gem in children's literature, The Boy, the Witch & The Queen of Scots is a triumph that brings history to life in a way that both educates and entertains. MR RIPLEY, Blogger

The action started straight away which will hook children in. RACHEL BRUCE, Teacher and Historian

A fascinating glimpse into the past – perfect for the primary classroom. STEVEN KENYON, Teacher Educator for English and History

I was completely gripped by this page-turner! Barbara has tapped into a truly unique perspective of one of Scotland’s most fascinating eras! TRACY HARROWER-RENNIE, Teacher and Historian

A fascinating, historical adventure! I really enjoyed all of the twists and turns in the story and I loved that it was rooted in historical accuracy. The book contains many themes which would ignite and inspire children to learn more about this time period. I was kindly sent an early review copy and I found the plot very engaging and the characters were well written. The story telling made you feel like you were there, witnessing the plot first hand with Alexander and Lizzie! CASEY McCORMACK, GoodReads

Full of intrigue, adventure and treachery, it is totally gripping. HELEN, BookSirens

About the Author:

BARBARA HENDERSON is an Inverness-based children’s writer and Drama teacher. Her energetic school visits take her across the length and breadth of the country. As a teacher, she loves to get young people on their feet as they respond to stories. ‘Writing is like magic,’ she says. ‘I see something in my imagination, and I try to capture it by writing it down – nothing more than black marks on white paper. Much later, young people see these black marks on white paper and suddenly they see something too, feel something of their own. I cannot think of anything more special than that.’ Now that her three children have left to seek their own adventures, she shares her home with her longsuffering husband and her head full of stories. Find her online at www.barbarahenderson.co.uk and as @scattyscribbler on social media.