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A Sky Painted Gold

By Laura Wood
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A Sky Painted Gold by Laura Wood is a captivating coming-of-age story set in 1920s Cornwall. The book follows Lou, a young girl enchanted by the glamorous lifestyle of a nearby wealthy family. As she becomes entangled in their world, she uncovers secrets and learns about her own aspirations and desires.
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If you enjoy enchanting stories set in the glamorous 1920s and are captivated by themes of love, family, and self-discovery, this young adult novel will sweep you away with its atmospheric charm and endearing characters.

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Growing up in a sleepy Cornish village, Lou has always wondered about the grand Cardew house which has stood empty for years. And when the owners arrive for the summer, Lou is swept off her feet and into a world of moonlit cocktail parties and glamour beyond her wildest dreams. Will she find her feet before the summer ends... or lose her heart?

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Growing up in her sleepy Cornish village, dreaming of being a writer, sixteen-year-old Lou has always wondered about the grand Cardew house which has stood empty for years. And when the owners arrive for the summer—a handsome, dashing brother and sister—Lou is quite swept off her feet and into a world of moonlit cocktail parties and glamour beyond her wildest dreams.

But, as she grows closer to the Cardews, is she abandoning her own ambitions... and is there something darker lurking at the heart of the Cardew family?

A Sky Painted Gold by Laura Wood is a mesmerizing journey into a summer of dreams and discoveries, where the allure of a grand lifestyle challenges the very essence of who you are.

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A Sky Painted Gold has been praised for its enchanting portrayal of a bygone era, with its rich and vivid descriptions creating a perfect summer read. Critics appreciate the nuanced character development and the engrossing depiction of a youth exploring love and identity. The setting and lyrical prose have been highlighted as capturing the glamour and allure reminiscent of The Great Gatsby.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781407180205

Publisher: Scholastic

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scholastic

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Yehrin Tong

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 356

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Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Historical Fiction Laura Wood Young Adult

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