Skye and the Moonlit Garden: a beautiful story of family, comfort and love filled with botanical illustrations for all ages

Eg, Meg, and their little dog Peg live in a far-north garden built on love. When granddaughter Skye suffers from heartbreak, she discovers that the memories of loved ones and the things they touch can help her heal. This compassionate and warm story, filled with special botanical details, is perfect for readers of all ages.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2021
Publisher: Crumps Barn Studio

Far, far north at the squiggly woods' edge, lived Eg, Meg, and their little dog Peg. Eg and Meg and little dog Peg have built their garden on love. When heartbreak comes, granddaughter Skye doesn't know how to help. Until one sleepless night, when Skye and Peg go down to the garden, and get to work ...

Skye and the Moonlit Garden is a beautiful story for children aged 7 and above and adults of all ages about how the memories of loved ones and the things they touch stay with us. This is a book with family and love for the natural world at its heart. Sensitive and full of special botanical details, readers will treasure this book for its poetry and illustrations. The message is compassionate, warm, and full of comfort.

Eg and Meg had always been a close-knit family, but when tragedy struck and Meg fell ill, their world was turned upside down. Skye, Meg's granddaughter, was determined to do everything she could to help her grandmother recover. She spent hours by her bedside, reading books and talking to her, trying to lift her spirits.

One day, Skye stumbled upon a small patch of land in the backyard that had been neglected for years. It was overgrown with weeds and bushes, but Skye saw its potential. She decided to turn it into a moonlit garden, a place where Meg could relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Skye spent weeks researching different plants and flowers that would thrive in the moonlight. She planted roses, lilies, and tulips, and added a small fountain that trickled water into a pond. She also built a bench, so Meg could sit and watch the moonrise and sunset.

As the garden began to take shape, Skye noticed that Meg's spirits were beginning to lift. She would spend hours sitting in the garden, watching the flowers bloom and listening to the water trickle. Skye would bring her grandmother fresh flowers and herbs, and they would talk about their memories and dreams.

One night, as Skye was sitting in the garden, she saw a shooting star. She made a wish, hoping that Meg would get better and that their family would be happy again. As she closed her eyes, she felt a warm sensation wash over her, and she knew that her wish had been granted.

From that day on, the moonlit garden became a symbol of hope and healing for the family. Skye continued to tend to it, adding new plants and flowers and keeping it clean and beautiful. Meg's health improved, and she was able to spend more time with her family.

The moonlit garden was more than just a physical space; it was a place where memories were made and cherished. Eg and Meg would sit together on the bench, watching the moonrise and sunset, and talking about their lives. Skye would bring her friends and family to the garden, and they would all share in the beauty and peace of the space.

Years went by, and the moonlit garden continued to thrive. Skye grew up and moved away, but she never forgot about the garden. She would visit it whenever she came back to town, and she would always bring her own children to see it.

As the garden grew older, it became a place of solace for the entire family. When Eg passed away, the family gathered in the garden to say their final goodbyes. They planted a tree in memory of Eg, and they placed a plaque on the bench, thanking her for the love and guidance she had given them.

The moonlit garden continued to be a source of joy and comfort for the family. They would gather there on special occasions, like birthdays and anniversaries, to celebrate and remember the people they loved.

In the end, the moonlit garden was more than just a garden; it was a testament to the power of love and the healing power of nature. It showed that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope and beauty to be found.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 209 x 298 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838229825