Fire Colour One

Praise for Jenny Valentine:

‘Valentine has the essential storyteller’s gift of making you want to read on – and to know more even after the book is finished.’ Guardian

‘The award-winning Valentine has a keen eye for the idiosyncrasies of young children, and the rhythms of family life.’ The Bookseller

‘[Valentine] has a wonderful ability to take readers right into the hearts and souls of her central characters, and reading her is always a truly vicarious experience.’ The Bookbag

Praise for Fire Colour One:

‘A beautifully written story, soaked in love and important things.’ Steven Camden, author of TAPE.

‘This latest creation is her most spectacular yet.’ Guardian

‘[An] unforgettable story of grief and love.’ Metro

‘Wise, brilliantly plotted.’ The Sunday Times

‘Stunning. Rich in prose, with a profound depth to the characters and themes. Extremely moving.’ Sarah Lean, author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS

‘One of the very best books I’ve read all year. I finished this and immediately turned back to the beginning again.’ Robin Stevens, author of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE

Jenny Valentine moved house every two years when she was growing up. She has also worked as a teaching assistant and a jewellery maker. She studied English Literature at Goldsmiths College, which almost put her off reading but not quite. Jenny is married to a singer/songwriter and has two children. In 2007, Jenny won the Guardian Prize for Children’s Fiction with her debut novel Finding Violet Park.