She Hears the Ocean

Five-year-old Fern Riverly lives an adventurous life with her venturous grandmother Grams. However young Fern's life is turned upside down when the unexpected occurs. Shocked wistful Fern is overcome with grief her summer changing from bright to sorrowful. Certain that this unexpected event is her fault Fern roams toward the water to blame it for her losses. Will Fern now eleven realize that her life will go on or continue to accuse the ocean for her dilemmas? Throughout your reading of this story you will learn the past of Fern and Grams as well as witness her present-day life. About the Author Ten-year-old author Ella Gilbert loves reading creative writing and piano. She has won 4567 Newberry Honors (just kidding). She lives with her parents and two sisters in Silver Spring MD. This is her second book.