Scepter of the Ancients

Skulduggery is the ally, protector, and mentor of Stephanie Edgley, a very unusual and darkly talented twelve-year-old.

These two alone must defeat an all-consuming ancient evil.

The end of the world? Over his dead body.

Meet Skulduggery — Ace detective. Snappy dresser. Razor–tongued wit. Crackerjack sorcerer. Walking, talking, fire-throwing skeleton.