Description
In a city where secrets hide behind familiar streets, a young girl’s carefully ordered world is upended when she becomes entangled in a mystery centered on Madensky Square. As she follows clues and meets an array of unforgettable neighbors, she must navigate shifting loyalties, unexpected kindness, and the quiet power of courage. Blending whimsy with suspense, the story explores themes of belonging, identity, and how small choices can ripple outward. With Eva Ibbotson’s signature warmth and imaginative storytelling, this is a captivating journey that feels both intimate and thrilling—perfect for readers who love mysteries with heart.
Available Editions
paperback
Pan Macmillan
Published Jan 1, 2020
400 pages
ISBN: 9781529023046
Reviews
1 rating
Community Reviews(1)
Every time I read this book, I wish I was more like Susanna. She is so kind to all of her quirky (sometimes irritating) neighbours and she has a real gift for finding the beauty in an ordinary life; whether it’s cherry blossom on the trees, the smell of coffee in the square or a little pear
Details
First Published
1988
Language
eng
Content Warnings
No content warnings identified.