The Hidden People
First edition cover | |
| Author | Alison Littlewood |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Leo Nickolls |
| Language | English |
| Genres | Historical fantasy, horror |
| Publisher | Jo Fletcher Books |
Publication date | October 2016 |
| Publication place | United Kingdom |
| Media type | Hardback |
| Pages | 376 |
| ISBN | 978-1-84866-990-1 |
The Hidden People is a historical fantasy and horror novel by English writer Alison Littlewood, first published in October 2016 in the United Kingdom by Jo Fletcher Books. It is based on the 1895 incident in County Tipperary, Ireland, where Bridget Cleary was burnt alive by her husband, who believed she was a fairy changeling.
The Hidden People generally received positive reviews from critics. The book was nominated for the 2017 British Fantasy Society August Derleth Award. It was also nominated for the 2017 Dragon Awards, but the nomination was withdrawn at Littlewood's request.