 First edition | |
| Author | Matt Haig |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Canongate Books |
Publication date | 4 October 2010 |
The Radleys is a paranormal fantasy novel for young adults by Matt Haig, published 1 July 2010 by Canongate Books.
| First edition | |
| Author | Matt Haig |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Canongate Books |
Publication date | 4 October 2010 |
The Radleys is a paranormal fantasy novel for young adults by Matt Haig, published 1 July 2010 by Canongate Books.
The Radleys received a starred review from Publishers Weekly , [1] as well as positive reviews from the Associated Press , [2] The Guardian, [3] Library Journal, [4] Parade, [5] Entertainment Weekly, [6] USA Today, [7] The New York Times, [8] Newsday, [9] The Dallas Morning News, [2] and Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. [10] In January 2011, book landed on IndieBound's January 2011 Indie Next List [11] and received an Alex Award from the American Library Association. [12] [13]
A film adaptation started filming in London in 2023 with Damian Lewis playing twin roles. [14] [15]
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