Growing Sideways (Release TBC)
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Last published Sat, Dec 23, 2023
"Now listen, Tilly."
Matilda watched her Father with wide eyes, her focus on his deep, raspy voice.
"For things to grow, you need both the sun and the rain. The good and the bad. That's what makes the most beautiful things in nature."
Matilda Graham was the embodiment of sunshine in human form. Her bright demeanour and positive outlook always spread to those around her. Except when she met her neighbouring allotment owner, Issac.
Issac had a perpetual thunderstorm around him, his icy aura causing most people to keep their distance. That was until he bumped into his new neighbour, Matilda.
Will opposites attract? Maybe both Matilda and Issac need each other more than they both realise.
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