• Looking for fiction for ages 8-11?

• The novels of Patricia St. John have proved time-and-again to be both engrossing and captivating

• This Switzerland-set story is perfect for curling up with on cold winter nights

Lucien's teasing of Dani leads to an accident with far-reaching consequences. Annette is intent on revenge and does all she can to make life a misery for Lucien. His only friend is the old man up the mountain who recognises his skill in carving wood and gives him new hope.

Set in Switzerland this story of Annett, Lucien and Dani has caught the imagination of countless children.

Patricia St John's classic story of love and forgiveness is as fresh now as when it was first published in 1950.

An entertaining and challenging read for key stage two children.