When I read this two years ago it impacted me greatly. Listening to Katherine Littrell bring Monique Mulligan’s fabulous, emotional and heartfelt story to life, conveying all the emotions I felt when I first read it, made this an audiobook I didn’t want to put down.
A glimpse at domestic violence through the eyes of a 10-year-old who has so many questions about everything. Her new friend Acacia brings with her life experiences Jane can’t begin to understand and in the end that friendship will change the way Jane and her family view things that ‘are none of our business ‘.
I highly recommend this novel in any form, hopefully, it brings about conversation and change.
Read my full review of this novel from 2 years ago here
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About the book
When no one stands up to an abuser, can anyone be truly safe?
“Weaves together a tender and poignant coming-of-age story with a powerful narrative.” —Lyn Yeowart, author of The Silent Listener
Tormented at school, ten-year-old Jane wants a best friend more than anything. Her wish is answered when Acacia moves in next door, and a carefree summer break beckons. Yet as their friendship blossoms and secrets are shared, Acacia remains stubbornly guarded about her home life, especially when it comes to her mother’s new boyfriend Daryl.
Jane stumbles onto a disturbing scene involving Daryl and is coerced into silence. Frightened and confused, she stays quiet, but when sounds of violence start emerging from Acacia’s house, she hopes an adult will intervene.
Jane’s own family seems to be deteriorating into chaos too, as if the darkness in Acacia’s house is spreading like ripples in a pond. It will end in disaster if no one acts, and it may end in tragedy if someone does …
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