letters from the lighthouse the queen of historical fiction guardian

Letters from the Lighthouse will appeal to readers of all dispositions, as Carroll ensures the historical elements never overwhelm the story, which is as accessible as anything set in modern times. With a rich cast of village characters and a theme of prejudice and acceptance, it brings history close to us, Sunday Times Summer Reading This gripping read for anyone aged 7 or over is a pertinent reminder of how the effort of a group of individuals can shine light on the darkest of nights., The Times Children's Book of the WeekĪ gripping adventure.interwoven with a plea to welcome refugees with generosity, rather than mistrust., Guardian

There are echoes of Michael Morpurgo and Nina Bawden, but in a style of her own Carroll (The Girl Who Walked on Air, Strange Star) sews together accessible history with a cracking plot and a character to love in the strong, principled Olive. You simply need this book if you're a Year 5 or 6 teacher., The Teaching Booth There are some true heart-in-your-mouth moments and heavily moving parts that make it so difficult to put it down. Yet, somehow, she has managed to top her previous works with the stunning Letters From The Lighthouse. Alison Kerridge, Waterstones, Bury St EdmundsĮmma Carroll is brilliant. This is modern classic which should be read and loved by generations to come. If your middle grade kids (ages 8-12) haven't discovered Emma Carroll yet, then they're missing out., Irish TimesĪ triumph: a finely crafted and deeply atmospheric mystery, with themes of prejudice, refugees and belonging which resonate poignantly with current world events., The Bookseller An adventure of old-fashioned charm, Sunday Times, Book of the Week

Letters from the lighthouse the queen of historical fiction guardian