The Dragonfly Pool

A tale as delicate and buoyant as anything filmed by Alexandra Korda, blending comedy, history and tragedy with an irresistible wit and verveThe Times

Tally’s adventures may from time to time require us to suspend disbelief, but we do so willingly and in appreciation of the sure-footed skill of an author whose novels have the skill and stature of classics in the makingGuardian

Eva always lifts the spirits. She understands how children might be inspired and nourished, and she delights in nature, friendship, honesty and libertyThe Sunday Times