Cherished

"An Unlikely Friendship: A Summer Adventure in 1969"

As the summer of 1969 approached, Adam and Jocelyn had no idea that their paths would cross at Ashton Wood Farm in the Lincolnshire Wolds. Adam, a quiet and introverted nine year old, was dreading spending the summer at his aunt and uncle's farm. Jocelyn, on the other hand, a twelve year old bursting with energy and curiosity, was eagerly looking forward to her time at her godparents' farm. Neither of them expected to see the other and their initial meeting did not go well.

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Adam tried to get Jocelyn's attention as she pushed him on the swing, but she was too annoyed at his presence to listen. As she pushed him higher and higher, Adam lost his grip and fell to the ground, screaming in pain. Shocked and paralysed, Jocelyn watched as her godparents rushed out of the farmhouse to see what had happened. Little did they know, this was just the beginning of their summer adventure filled with friendship, exploration, and unexpected challenges. But as they navigate through the beautiful landscape of the Lincolnshire Wolds, will their friendship be strong enough to survive the secrets and conflicts that lie ahead?

For fans of "The Secret Garden" and "Bridge to Terabithia" and "Cider with Rosie," "That Summer We Cherished" is a heart-warming tale of two unlikely friends who find fun and adventure in each other's company. Don't miss out on this captivating story set in the summer of 1969.