A stunning teen urban fantasy set five years after the events of the original and critically-acclaimed Once Upon a Fever Can, be read as a standalone story, as well as a companion novel. Two new characters navigate a disaster in this unique, enchanting alternate-London, in a world in which feelings cause supernatural illnesses – perfect for fans of Philip Pullman.
The city of Lundain is battling strange illnesses brought on by excessive emotion.
The Guild of Medicine wants cures; the Guild of Finance sees only opportunity.
In this malignant world, two boys struggle to succeed. Kitt, who is suffering from Midas-fingers and turns whatever he touches to gold with dangerous consequences, and Os, a young doctor who has an unusual ability - to read the feelings of others.
Unless the boys can work together, a toxic disaster will end it all . . .