Still Water
Still Water by Chris Priestley, published by Union Square Publishing on January 14, 2025, is a high readability edition consisting of 120 pages. This book presents the story of Rosie, who is evacuated from London at the outbreak of war and taken in by Mrs. Taylor and her daughter Mary. As Rosie navigates her new environment, she faces bullying from Mary and uncovers a dark secret that Mrs. Taylor is hiding. The narrative takes a chilling turn when Rosie encounters a mysterious girl swimming in a local pond, leading to a horrifying revelation.
Readers will find a blend of themes including friendship, social skills, and the challenges of growing up in a historical context. The story delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact of war on young lives. This edition is designed with dyslexia-friendly features, making it accessible to a wider audience. Through its engaging storytelling, Still Water encourages readers to explore the nuances of human interaction and the darker aspects of life during tumultuous times.
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Evacuated from London at the outbreak of war, Rosie is taken in by kind Mrs Taylor and her daughter Mary. But all is not as it seems. Mary resents and bullies Rosie, and Mrs Taylor is hiding a dark secret. When Rosie comes across a strange girl swimming in a local pond, she hopes they will become friends. But instead her appearance leads to a horrifying revelation that will have terrifying consequences . . .
Union Square & Co.’s EVERYONE CAN BE A READER books are expertly written, thoughtfully designed with dyslexia-friendly fonts and paper tones, and carefully formatted to meet readers where they are with engaging stories that encourage reading success across a wide range of age and interest levels.
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