"Maria Escapes" by Gillian Avery is an enthralling work of historical fiction that transports readers to 18th century England. The story centers around Maria, a young scullery maid at Crome Court, and follows her as she navigates the challenges and adventures of her life. The strength of this novel lies...
"The Best Type of Girl" by Gillian Avery is a captivating coming-of-age story set in the early 20th century. Through the eyes of the young protagonist Rosalind, the novel beautifully depicts her journey of self-discovery as she faces various challenges, ultimately learning about love, friendship, and the importance of staying...
"The Italian Spring" by Gillian Avery tells an enchanting tale of self-discovery set against the backdrop of picturesque Italy. The story revolves around Lucy, a young English girl, who embarks on a life-changing journey when she accompanies a family friend to Italy for a spring vacation. Throughout her time in...
"The Everyman Anthology of Poetry for Children" is a thoughtfully curated collection of poems assembled by Gillian Avery, with the aim of captivating young readers. It encompasses a wide spectrum of poems from both traditional and contemporary poets, ensuring a diverse range of themes and experiences. From nature and animals...
"The Echoing Green" by Gillian Avery is a captivating historical novel that takes place in 18th century England. It tells the story of two young girls, Kitty and Nan, who develop a deep and enduring friendship despite their different backgrounds. Kitty comes from a wealthy family, while Nan's family works...
"A Likely Lad" by Gillian Avery is a captivating coming-of-age tale set in 18th century England. It follows the journey of Toby Carew, a young boy from modest beginnings who dreams of making a name for himself as an actor. Despite facing numerous hurdles, including a disapproving father and limited...
"The Elephant War" by Gillian Avery is an enchanting and touching novel that takes readers on an exhilarating journey set in 19th century England. The book tells the story of a young boy named William who develops an unlikely bond with an elephant named Maharajah. When Maharajah is sold to...
"The Lost Railway" by Gillian Avery is an enthralling historical fiction novel set in Victorian England. Through the eyes of the main character, Simon, readers are taken on an exhilarating journey as he delves into the secrets surrounding a long-forgotten railway line. This captivating tale is filled with memorable characters,...
"To Tame a Sister" by Gillian Avery is an enthralling work of historical fiction set in England during the Regency era. The book revolves around Catherine, a young and determined woman who must grapple with societal expectations and her sister's rebellious nature. As Catherine faces the challenges of her time,...