Butterfly Summer - Softcover

Anne-Marie Conway

3.98

1,439 ratings by Goodreads

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1409538591 ISBN 13: 9781409538592

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd, 2012

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Some secrets last a lifetime. When Becky and her mum move to the tiny village of Oakbridge, Mum is hoping for a new beginning. But when Becky discovers an old photo of her mum in hospital clutching a baby, twelve years before Becky was born, Becky becomes haunted by the thought that her mum is keeping something from her. Stifled by her mum's over-protectiveness and depressive moods, Becky feels more alone than ever. The only place she finds comfort is at the beautiful local Butterfly Garden with her new friend, the wild-spirited and impulsive Rosa May. But Becky can't shake off the unanswered questions. Why can't she swim? Where is her dad? Who is the baby in the photo? And why is her mum lying to her? As the two girls spend more time together however, Rosa May's unpredictable temper and possessive streak suggests that she is hiding something as well...and in the heat of the sun-drenched summer, it seems that Becky is the only one in the dark.

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Review:

Suspenseful and intriguing. --Sophie McKenzie

Secrets and mysteries abound in Anne-Marie Conway's haunting novel. --The Sunday Express

This gentle but gripping book is a tale of friendship and the paranormal and is perfect for fans of Cathy Cassidy and Karen McCombie. --Booktrust

Like the sun glinting on a butterfly's wing, there's both light and darkness in Anne-Marie Conway's outstanding novel...[Butterfly Summer] gets to the heart of childhood dilemmas whilst unravelling mysteries from the past. A terrific read for youngsters aged nine and over. --Lancashire Evening Post

This book does not try to lessen the impact of depression and loss, and weaves them into an incredibly moving and thrilling tale. The ending is both shocking and sad, and thoroughly satisfying. Highly recommended! --Carousel

What makes this one special is the brooding atmosphere of secrets waiting to be discovered, which builds like a gathering summer storm. --Books for Keeps

A gripping story which catches the importance of friendship even when there are dark, dark secrets. --Lovereading4kids

A gripping story for young teens. --Friends of the Earth

I adored this book... It was sad, gripping, touching, surprising, exciting and everything you could want from a great book. --What Lexie Loves

Conway drops clues deftly into the water with hardly a ripple reread this gently nostalgic mystery and you will be astonished at what you missed the first time. --The Jewish Chronicle

About the Author:

Anne-Marie Conway is a primary school teacher specialising in drama, but also runs her own children's theatre company, Full Circle. She lives in London with her husband, two young sons and two eccentric cats, Betty and Boo. Anne-Marie's first book, Phoebe Finds Her Voice, was shortlisted for the inaugural Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition.

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