Josette’s Secret
Just after the Second World War, Josette travels to France with her grandparents, determined to find a missing family treasure – an antique doll her great-aunt hid from the Nazis before she died. Somewhere, it is still waiting to be discovered – if only Josette can find it.
But France feels unfamiliar and, when Josette is sent to a children’s summer camp, she feels lonely and out of place. With only once-a-week visits to her grandparents, her search seems impossible.
Then she meets Philippe and Marie-Rose. Together, the children begin to follow a trail of clues – and soon uncover secrets buried far deeper than a single lost heirloom. As they crack codes and question hurtful wartime rumours, they realise that the truth has been hidden for far too long.
Publisher: SilverWood Books, 2026
ISBN: 978-1-80042-336-7 (paperback)
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Can be obtained from www.silverwoodbooks.co.uk or from any bookshop.
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Abigay’s Farm – read more
Abigay’s Farm is a page-turning story where diverse and multi-generational characters clash over new ideas and the old ways.
For the first time ever, Abigay arrives at her grandparents’ farm, Willowfield, without her twin brother Gabriel. She misses him a lot. To make matters worse, she learns that the farm is in serious financial trouble and Grandpa is losing hope.
In desperation, Abigay comes up with a bold plan. Grandpa is not impressed. Will the mysterious discovery in the barn make a difference? Is Christopher King’s threat real? Will the plan be enough to save Willowfield and their hopes for the future?
“A warm embrace of a story filled with family love amidst the grit and charm of a farm setting”
Candy Gourlay, Carnegie Shortlisted Author of Tall Story
Publisher: SilverWood Books, 2021
ISBN: 978-1-80042-133-2 (paperback)
ISBN: 978-1-80042-188-2 (e-book)
© Images Patrice Aggs
Can be obtained from www.silverwoodbooks.co.uk or from any bookshop.
My Big Brother JJ
It is half term holiday. Jasmine’s and JJ’s mother has to go to work. Teenager JJ is in charge. He thinks of lots of fun things for him and Jasmine to do together. On the last day they decide to make something for Mum. Will it work?
Publisher: Tamarind Book, September 2009
ISBN: 978-1848530072
Can be obtained from any bookshop.
