Book details
The Secret of Nightingale Wood
Description
A beautifully tangled story of friendship, fairy tales, and family secrets. For those who loved Pax and The War That Saved My Life.A Kirkus Best Middle Grade Book of 2017An Amazon Best Book of 2017A 2018 Bank Street College Best Book of the Year A Telegraph Top 50 Book of the YearEveryone is too busy to pay attention to Henrietta and the things she sees -- or thinks she sees -- in the shadows of their new home, Hope House. Mama is ill. Father has taken a job abroad. Nanny Jane is busy taking care of her younger sister.All alone, with only stories for company, Henry discovers that Hope House is full of strange secrets: a forgotten attic, ghostly figures, mysterious firelight that flickers in the trees beyond the garden.One night she ventures into the darkness of Nightingale Wood. What she finds there will change her whole world...
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
304 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'The Secret of Nightingale Wood' offers an intriguing and captivating plot that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and historical fiction, keeping readers engaged from start to finish.
- Emotional Depth: The book explores complex themes such as grief, mental health, and family dynamics, providing an emotional depth that resonates with readers and encourages empathy and understanding.
- Strong Character Development: The protagonist, Henrietta (Henry), is a well-crafted and relatable character whose growth throughout the story is both inspiring and empowering, especially for young readers.
- Atmospheric Setting: Lucy Strange skillfully creates a vivid and atmospheric setting in the post-World War I English countryside, which not only serves as the backdrop for the story but also enhances the overall reading experience with its descriptive and immersive qualities.