Pages 64 Set in Italy in the 1920s, this is the story of a lonely young girl called Valerie, who discovers a beautiful marble statue of a boy riding a dolphin. One magical day, the boy comes to life and the eternal friendship between Valerie and Cherubino, the son of a sea god, begins.
MY REVIEW
Here I have shown you what this lovely book looks like without the dust jacket on.
Enchantment in the Garden is truly a beautiful illustrated book by Shirley Hughes. It’s a masterpiece of a fantasy story, about a little girl, who is an only child, with no one to play with, no one to talk . In her garden she talks to a statue of a boy on a dolphin who she has named Cherubino comes to life, where they are both bond a wonderful friendship. This splendid story reminded me a little of my favourite childhood story The Secret Garden. Parents Enchantment in the Garden is a perfect present for all children. Everyone can’t help but fall in love with this magical story. Mums, Dads, aunt, uncle, and grandparents you will really love this book too.
About Shirley Hughes
Shirley Hughes illustrated more than 200 children’s books and is one of the most admired and cherished writers for children. She won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice and was awarded a CBE for her distinguished service to children’s literature. In 2007, Dogger was voted the UK’s favourite Kate Greenaway Medal-winning book of all time. https://www.instagram.com/shirleyhughesandfriends
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I love Shirley Hughes
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Yes her books are all so lovely
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