Strange and Deadly Portraits of Bryony Gray, The

Set in Victorian England in 1901, a young Bryony is imprisoned by her uncle and charged with producing painting after painting. One day, her paintings begin to take on a life of their own, coming to life and rampaging through the streets of London with murderous intent. Bryony sets out on a dangerous journey, on which she begins to understand the truth about her missing father and the deadly family curse that she must break. Canadian author E. Latimer takes readers on a journey to unravel mysteries and defeat villains in this novel, suitable for middle-grade students. As a read-aloud or as a choice in literature circles, it may be of particular interest to readers drawn to horror or suspense genres. Additionally, teachers may connect the story to art history lessons or the writings of Oscar Wilde.