Patterns in the Sand

by Sue Mayfield

Tony is slowly coming to terms with his mother's death but he still feels alone and very angry. He can't understand how his father can get his life back together so quickly. His moody behavior creates difficulties with his girlfriend and he and his best friend seem to be growing apart. Then meeting a group of summer visitors helps him to put things in perspective and brings new hope and happiness. This sensitively written and uplifting sequel to On Eagles' Wings works equally well as a stand-alone title. First published as A Time to be Born.

142 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2004

About the author

Sue Mayfield has written eight novels for young adults including 'I Carried You on Eagles’ Wings', 'Blue' and 'Damage'. Her first historical novel 'Hill of the Angels' will be published in June 2016. Many of her stories are about young people overcoming difficulties and explore themes of loss, friendship and forgiveness. She is currently working on a story about the healing relationship between a girl and a horse. As well as fiction, Sue has written two non-fiction books about bereavement. Originally a teacher, and now a professional counsellor, Sue facilitates other people’s writing in a wide range of places including schools, museums, hospitals and GP practices. She is particularly interested in the relationship between words and health and helps people ‘write themselves well’ in her private practice ‘finding words’ and at Maggie’s Centre, Cheltenham.. She is currently writer in residence for 'Beyond Words' a joint project for young people organised by Cheltenham Festival and Gloucestershire Hospitals Education Service.

Reviews

[Brandie Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a really good book that had me hooked till the last page .Brandie