letters from the lighthouse by emma carroll

I adored this story the first time around, and on re-reading, my opinion is confirmed that this is another example of brilliant writing by Emma Carroll. You could literally fill your summer with these wonderful trips back in time.I recently read this book for the second time, as it was one of a selection being used in school for a “War Fiction” topic. Emma also has quite a back catalogue of novels and I would recommend each and every one of them. A beautifully written story about bravery, compassion, understanding, and having the strength to fight for what you believe in. War and hate have the ability to divide communities but Letters From The Lighthouse shows how much can be achieved when people work together. The thing that touched me most within this wonderful novel was the opportunity to hear the stories behind all those effected by war, along with the refugees and the impact they had on the local people. Being an evacuee she has an understanding of the prejudice that can come from a lack of understanding. After discovering a strangely coded message that she is certain has something to do with Sukie’s disappearance, Olive, determined to get to the bottom of the mystery, embarks on a dangerous adventure.Įmma has a wonderful talent for bringing historic events to life for today’s young readers and with Letters From The Lighthouse continues to create an enthralling, thrilling read, whilst introducing situations and characters that are still relevant in our world today.

Reeling from the death of their father and the disappearance of their sister Sukie, Olive and her brother are evacuated to the coast of Devon. So what’s it about? It’s 1941 and the Second World War rages on longer than anyone anticipated. It also happens to be the very worthy winner of the Books Are My Bag Award for Best Middle Grade Book of 2017. Her stories continue to delight and move me, and Letters From The Lighthouse is another gripping historical tale. Letters From The Lighthouse by Emma CarrollĮmma is a children’s writer who takes moments from history and turns them into exciting adventures that are massively relatable to children today. I’m a big fan of Emma Carroll and so it felt only right that I kick off my summer reads with one of her books.

Banish those calls of ‘I’m bored’ and keep them entertained no matter what the weather brings with fantastic books for all ages.

Summer is here and the holidays are almost upon us so I thought I’d start sharing my recommended reads for children to help keep those heads in books over the coming weeks.

Letters from the lighthouse by emma carroll