In 1867, six children are possessed by fate in London, England. They are given paranormal and intellectual gifts for which they have been specifically chosen. They are to guard the dead who wander the earth and fight the constant battle for light. They have also been warned of signs to look for when they will be joined by a seventh who will help them in their fight.

As the children grow up, they continue to see the images of the dead and work to fight the darkness. One day, Rebecca is confronted by a remarkable young student, Percy Parker, at the school where she is the headmistress and Alexi is an instructor. The girl may possess skills similar to theirs, but is she the seventh or something more dangerous?

A delightfully lush and richly imagined tale, the reality of THE STRANGLEY BEAUTIFUL TALE OF MISS PERCY PARKER is easy to become absorbed in. The characters are realistic and have depth, and the plot builds to a stunning conclusion. This novel is a transcendent example of the genre.