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A sky painted gold

Name: A sky painted gold
ISBN: 9781407180205

By Laura Wood

Lou’s quiet Cornish summer turns dangerous when glamorous newcomers reveal a secret that changes everything.

glamorous romantic mysterious coming-of-age

Genres

Historical Fiction Romance Friendship/Family

What is A sky painted gold about?

In the summer of 1929, sixteen-year-old Lou Trevelyan dreams of becoming a writer while living in a quiet Cornish village. Her life changes when the glamorous Cardew siblings return to their family home. Lou is drawn into their world of dazzling parties, new friendships and whispered secrets, especially as she grows closer to the mysterious Robert. But beneath the charm and excitement lies a darker truth, and Lou must decide how far she is willing to go without losing sight of herself and her dreams.

About the author

Laura Wood is a brilliant British author who loves writing exciting stories for children and young people. She is well known for her popular book 'Vote for Effie', which follows a determined girl trying to make a difference at her school. Laura’s books are full of adventure, friendship, and lots of fun!

Pages

385 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

This edition

2018

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