The Secret of Nightingale Wood
Lucy Strange
Subjects
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- History Time - blasts from the past
Average rating
The critically-acclaimed first novel from historical fiction star Lucy Strange – a perfect gift for readers aged 9 and up. CHOSEN AS ONE OF AMAZON.COM’S BEST MIDDLE-GRADE BOOKS OF 2017 CHOSEN IN THE TELEGRAPH’S TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2016 ‘Perfect in so many ways.’ EMMA CARROLL ‘Tender, funny, devastating and just about word perfect.’ NATASHA FARRANT, winner of the Costa Book Award ‘Outstanding’ THE BOOKSELLER 1919. Mama is ill. Father has taken a job abroad. Nanny Jane is too busy to pay any attention to Henrietta and the things she sees – or thinks she sees – in the shadows of their new home, Hope House. All alone, with only stories for company, Henry discovers that Hope House is full of strange secrets: a forgotten attic, ghostly figures, mysterious firelight that flickers in the trees beyond the garden. One night she ventures into the darkness of Nightingale Wood. What she finds there will change her whole world … A beautifully told debut with a classic feel, incorporating themes of family, loss and childhood loneliness. Ideal for fans of Emma Carroll and Hilary McKay. A perfect gift for readers aged 9 and up.
Reviews
I liked this book because it was interesting and an adventure story. I liked the mystery of it and the way that the main character beat the villains. My favourite characters were Moth and Piglet because Moth is really kind, cool and adds to the mystery of the book and Piglet is really funny.
Professor Jewel Piano-key 15.07.2023
I enjoyed the twists
Officer Kiki Bouncy-castle 05.03.2023
I thought that this book is intriguing and full of twists and turns. The book is fiction, about a girl called Henrietta and her family. Her family is tried to be taken away from her. Her little sister and Mum, who is sick, are rescued by Henrietta. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to connect with book and loves mysteries.
Dame Sapphire Eggybread 27.07.2022
I enjoyed this book. It was very gripping and spooky! The author wrote in a very detailed way helping me to imagine the scene and feel as though I was with Henrietta (the main character) throughout the whole story. My favourite character was Henrietta as she was very determined and brave even though she was experiencing some very tough moments in her life. This book is very inspiring as it gives a message to never give up no matter how hard the situation is.
Anonymous 18.08.2021
I would recommend it to anyone that loves reading adventure stories with sci-fi and mystery.
Lady Rose Anteater 27.07.2021
I loved this book because it was about family and friendship.My favourite character was Robert because he helped Henrietta when she was in trouble. I would recommend this book.
Marshal July Paddington 22.07.2021
The person I liked best was Henrietta because even though she was going through a hard time in her life, she still didn’t give up and managed to piece her family back together. I would definately recommend this book.
Countess Kangaroo Mozzarella 06.07.2021
it was sad. it was fiction. i dont recomend this book
Professor Slip Dalmatian 01.09.2020
Interesting-Adventurous-Life.
Fairy Fandango Piccalilli 26.08.2020
I love this book. I thoughted that it was so sad that Henryeta's family needed to seperate. My faviroute charter is Piglet/Ruberta because at the end, when farther says to Piglet, whats your name, Piglet says BOBBY!!!
Queen Daisy Scratchings 17.08.2020
It was interesting but slightly confusing.
Princess Gloriana Starlight 28.07.2020
Absolutely loved this magical book. The characters- especially Hen- are all interesting. It takes a while to get into it, but this is one of those books which if you just give it a chance, you are rewarded. Blown away.
Anonymous 15.05.2019
I really like the backstory and adventure in this book.the plot line is amazing .I hope Lucy Strange creates more books like this .I liked Henrietta (Hen or Henry for short).
Anonymous 17.08.2018
This is my favourite book.
Anonymous 29.08.2017
This is a super book! Lovely descriptive language, it really touches your heart.
Anonymous 22.08.2017
This is a really exciting and mysterious book with lots of twists! I really enjoyed it because it has a range of scary, exiting and thrilling parts! What a GREAT book!
Anonymous 16.08.2017
I really like this book because its full of emotions:Sadness, anger,happiness and so on. It is full of secrets and adventures. I am also sure it will make you cry...
Anonymous 07.08.2017
