Secret Friends

(1 reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5)

Publisher: Hodder Children's Books

At her new school, Rafaella suffers daily name-calling from her peers. Lucy feels partly responsible, having herself invented the nickname 'Earwig' as a result of Rafaella’s prominent ears.

The two girls form a secret friendship, but Rafaella’s insecurity about her appearance eventually leads to tragedy. A moving story, with beautiful illustrations.

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