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The Last House in the Row

By Lesley Parr

Adjectives

heartwarming thought-provoking engaging

Genres

Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

Synopsis

Hayley is frustrated when her cat, Judy Garland, keeps sneaking into the garden of Lillian, the eccentric old lady across the street. Known as Boo, Lillian hasn't left her house since the council demolished the neighbouring homes for a new development. As Hayley gets to know Boo, an unexpected friendship blossoms, revealing the true reason behind Lillian's reluctance to move. When a misunderstanding threatens their bond, Hayley must find a way to mend their friendship and help Lillian reconnect with the world.

About the author

Lesley Parr is a talented author from South Wales who loves writing stories set in the past. She is best known for her exciting books like 'The Valley of Lost Secrets' and 'When the War Came Home'. Lesley enjoys creating adventures with memorable characters that inspire young readers to use their imagination.

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2025

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