When I Was Twelve, It Rained Frogs

by Remy Keith

Jayne Valjos is a little girl with a big imagination. Her close-knit family and her rich fantasy life enable her to overcome the many challenges of constant moves, new schools, and her mother's alcoholic, manic-depressive behavior. Set against the background of the cold war and the turbulent sixties, Jayne learns that being a girl is a detriment to her plans. Undaunted, she teaches herself what she wants to know and learns the lessons of life through experience and hardship. Jayne's courage, her spirit of adventure, and her ability to make the best of any situation is both inspiring and moving. She is the most loveable character you're likely to meet and her story will both move and enlighten you.

528 pages, Paperback

First published May 16, 2014

Reviews

[Maureen McLaughlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a masterpiece. Heartbreaking, soul mending, honest and raw. Little Jayne will tug at your heartstrings and tug and then tug some more. She does not seek pity, only understanding. Her tenacity, love of family, resilience, intellect and imagination will make you laugh and weep. It is the consummate story of a child growing up in a chaotic, sometimes loving, sometimes brutal alcoholic family.

[Lori Le Clair · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book captured me on page one - and captivated my heart throughout the entire story. I am so looking forward to Remy's next book!! Her character, Jayne, is one of the most loveable you'll ever meet! A Great Read!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[Liz Bowden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Following Jaynes's adventures, I cryed for her, was afraid for her, rooted for her, and laughed as she had me reminiscing about things she did that I also loved doing in my childhood. Her deep love for her Mom stayed strong in spite of the complicated world of a child of an alcoholic. It reminded me that we never know what goes on behind closed doors. Approaching the end of the book, I slowly read each page, not wanting the book to end. Remy Keith's description were such that I felt I was part of the book, not just reading it. A MUST read.

I actually bought the hardcover, like the feel of a book, but choosing that version gave no picture.