Books with title The Summer Tales of Pokadot

Grace and Ellie find themselves in a completely new life when their mom suddenly moves them away from their bullying father. Talkative, story-spinning Ellie invents a whole new glamorous back story for herself and becomes the star of the school play, while thoughtful, silent Grace expresses herself through her music and finds a boyfriend. The future seems better, brighter, more exciting. But as their past threatens to catch up with them, how long can silence and lies keep their dark secret safe?

There are two ways to keep a secret: silence or liesI can feel the anger bubbling up inside me. 'Grace, we've got a brand new life now. We can be anyone we want.''So what happens when your new friends find out you've just spun them a story?''They won't. I'm not going to let anyone spoil things. Never again.'Ellie and Grace have left their old life behind. The future seems better, brighter, more exciting. But as their past threatens to catch up with them, how long can silence and lies keep their dark secret safe?'I loved The Summer of Telling Tales – it's truly gripping and you care desperately about both sisters.'Jacqueline Wilson‘Fans of Cathy Cassidy will love this absorbing tale of families and loyalty.’The Bookseller'I thoroughly enjoyed this perceptive, pacy story . . . With strong, engaging characters and a vivid school setting, this novel combines some very dramatic moments with everyday friendship and romance.'Miriam Halahmy