On Orchard Road by Elsbeth Edgar
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Overview: Jane’s world has been turned upside down. A new baby sister. A new school. A new town. Jane is sure that she will be miserable. But sometimes friendship can bloom in the most unexpected places. She meets a curious boy, a shy dark-haired girl and a mysterious old lady who lives in a house with an astonishing garden. The old lady has a secret. And when Jane uncovers it, it will change her life.
On Orchard Road, by Australian author Elsbeth Edgar, is about friendship, hope and the healing power of nature and art. Short-listed for the Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards and a Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Notable Book for Younger Readers, it explores themes of loneliness, friendship, bullying and coping with change. If you liked this coming-of-age story then check out Elsbeth’s other great junior fiction novels, The Visconti House and In the Wings.
“This is a lovely, gentle story with just the right mix of description and action … This novel will allow children in upper primary or early high school to experience the joys of exploring, taking chances, uncovering mysteries and being a good friend.” Reading Time magazine
“Beautifully written, full of wonderful descriptions, this story will win the readership of many young girls, particularly, in middle school … A lovely story of coming together, of finding new friends, of getting along with those outside your own experience, this story will remind many of the anxiety felt when trying to fit in.” ReadPlus
“A gentle story about change, friendship and understanding.” BuzzWords
Genre: Young Adult
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