Susan Fletcher Livres

This powerful novel from the award-winning author of Richard and Judy pick `Eve Green' is a tale of love and the lore of the sea.

Paris, 1818. A street-girl takes a bullet, clutching a love note to her heart. What is Eponine's story?

Twelve-year-old Arthur forms a bond with a polar bear given by King Haakon IV of Norway to King Henry III of England in 1252 while traveling as her handler. Includes historical notes.

The new novel from Susan Fletcher, author of the bestselling Eve Green' and Oystercatchers'.

Set during the Civil War, this uplifting tale follows a Union army soldier who finds himself unable to part with a stubborn cow that refuses to leave his side. Based on a true story, the narrative explores themes of loyalty and companionship amidst the challenges of war, highlighting the bond between man and animal in trying times.

This poignant historical nonfiction book, about a polar bear that was gifted to King Henry III, beautifully shows the importance of respecting our natural world and its precious animals. Long ago, when kings and queens ruled much of the world, the king of Norway gave the king of England a bear.Imagine a polar bear at ease in her natural arctic world, her only home--until trappers capture her and take her to the king of England.Imagine a polar bear in her lonely new world, stuck in a cage. This small, enclosed space is her only home--until King Henry III decrees that she be brought to the Thames River every day to swim and fish.Imagine now this same polar bear dipping a curious paw in the river water, then leaping in with a joyful splash. And it is here, in this unfamiliar, faraway land, in one small way, that she finds home once again.

Set in Renaissance-era Venice, a young boy named Renzo embarks on a journey of self-discovery as he learns the art of glassblowing. His adventure is intertwined with a girl who shares a mysterious bond with her falcon, adding an intriguing element to his quest. Together, they navigate the challenges of their craft and uncover the secrets that connect them, highlighting themes of friendship, creativity, and the magic of their vibrant surroundings.