London has a secret: a hidden borough of monsters and mayhem, foundedby Jack the Ripper and known as Darkside. It's a place of eviland danger, but also excitement and mystery - and it's Jonathan'slast hiding place. Alone and on the run, he finds his troubles- and adventures - have only just begun...
 
 Your home’s been attacked. 
 Your dad’s in an asylum. 
 You’re running for your life. 
 And there’s nowhere to hide.
 You’ve stumbled on the city’s greatest secret: Darkside.
 Incredibly dangerous and unimaginably exciting. Darkside is
 ruled by Jack the Ripper’s children – a place where
 nightmares walk the streets.
 You think you’re in trouble now, but your problems have
 just begun…
 
 - Winner of the Waterstone's Children's
 Book Prize.
 
 - Fantasy adventure with a dash of gothic horror,
 
 - Perfect for Darren Shan and Buffy fans.
 
 - Rich new fantasy world, unforgettable characters.