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Greenteeth

Agent : Sam Edenborough
Adult •
Fiction
Greenteeth
Publication date :
February 2025
  • Orbit UK (World English)
Rights sold
  • Orbit US (English/North America)
  • Piper (German)
  • Ne/oN (Italian)
  • Eksik Parça (Turkish)

'A charmingly monstrous debut' - T. Kingfisher, author of Nettle and Bone

Narrated by a lake-dwelling monster, Greenteeth is an utterly charming tale of fae, folklore and found family, perfect for fans of T. Kingfisher.

Beneath the still surface of a lake lurks a monster with needle sharp teeth. Hungry and ready to pounce . . .

Jenny Greenteeth has never spoken to a human before, but when a witch is thrown into her lake by an angry mob, something makes Jenny decide she's worth saving. Temperance doesn't know why her village has suddenly turned against her, only that it has something to do with the malevolent new pastor. All she wants is to return to her husband and children, still trapped under his baleful influence.

Though they have nothing in common, these two unlikely companions must band together on a magical quest to defeat the evil that threatens Temperance's family, Jenny's lake, and possibly the very soul of Britain.

Early praise for GREENTEETH:

‘In all my life, I’ve never loved such a flesh-eating fae monster as Molly O’Neill’s Jenny Greenteeth. This coziest of swamp villains is an ally to witches, an enemy to elven airbags, and a role model to goblins everywhere. She stands proud with the likes of Granny Weatherwax and the Wizard Howl against the creeping evils of this world. Drown me, Jenny, and pick your teeth with my bones – only, let’s be friends.’ – C. S. E. Cooney, World Fantasy Award Winning author of Saint Death’s Daughter.

‘An extraordinary tale about the most unforgettable (and unlikely) heroine! Jenny Greenteeth is a brilliant creation, a fabulous lake monster and a magnificent character! I loved every second of this wonderful, delicious book!’ – Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

‘An enchanting folkloric fantasy infused with fae magic and Arthurian legend, Greenteeth gives us a morally grey heroine with bite you can't help but root for. I was hooked from start to finish’ – Alicia Jasinska, author of This Fatal Kiss

‘Charming, magical and intensely human, with grace notes of Pratchett and T. H. White, Greenteeth is a masterclass in the art of storytelling’ – Tom Holt

Greenteeth is a breathtaking quest through the wild roads and deep lakes of ancient England, shot through with dark folklore and darker magic. An unforgettable tale of unlikely friendships, impossible choices and the unbreakable bonds between mothers and daughters.’ – Holly Race, author of Six Wild Crowns

‘Greenteeth is a delight – a joyful, warm-hearted adventure, riddled with unique characters and poignant friendships, rooted deep in old magic and myth. Jenny's voice will live in your head long after you leave her story behind.’ – H.G. Parry, author of The Magician’s Daughter

Greenteeth is a completely delightful tale, full of warmth, wit and legendary adventure. As comforting and as moreish as a cup of tea and a packet of chocolate biscuits.’ - Francesca May, Sunday Times bestselling author of Wild and Wicked Things

‘A magical quest undertaken by an endearing monster, bittersweet and full of heart.’ – Caitlin Rozakis, author of Dreadful

'Sharp yet sweet, Greenteeth is a heartening folkloric adventure with hidden depths aplenty. I found Jenny strikingly relatable—as a parent, as a recluse, and as someone constantly perplexed by what this whole ‘being human’ thing entails.' – Sylvie Cathrall, author of A Letter to the Luminous Deep

'Refreshing, thoroughly compelling, and nostalgic in the best ways, Greenteeth is an enchanting fairytale with fangs. I've never identified with a swamp monster more.' – Julie Leong, author of The Teller of Small Fortunes

"This will be a hit with fans of classic quest fantasies."― Publishers Weekly