About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels stifled by strict expectations or is navigating the complex emotions of a divided family. It is a breath of fresh air for children who feel they must constantly perform to earn a parental figure's approval. The story follows Jane, a young girl living in a cold, repressive household in Toronto, who discovers her father is alive and spends a transformative summer with him on Prince Edward Island. Through the simple joys of homemaking, nature, and honest friendship, Jane transforms from a timid, controlled child into a self-assured young woman. While the setting is historical, the emotional core is timeless. It addresses the pain of parental estrangement and the suffocating nature of emotional manipulation with a gentle, hopeful touch. It is an ideal choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy stories about finding one's own space and the quiet power of domestic independence.
