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ABOUT BOOK AUTHOR
Ella Kay Hayden grew up in a small town in southwest Washington during the 1960s and 70s, where she learned that faith, family, and friendships are life’s greatest treasures. While studying social science in college, she discovered her love of writing through a few creative courses, and never looked back. Today, Ella enjoys long walks on Washington’s serene beaches and quiet moments by the fire, where she often gets ideas for her novel. Her stories are rooted in deep emotions and inspired by the values she holds dear, capturing the beauty of everyday life.
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About The Book
In Long Dark Summer: Catt Tales, Ella Kay Hayden delivers a touching, coming-of-age story set in 1969. When 14-year-old Claire Catt loses her baby brother, Levi, everything changes. As her parents are overwhelmed by grief, Claire takes on the role of caregiver and peacemaker, trying to hold her fractured family together. She plants the family’s garden, hoping the simple act of nurturing life will help them find healing and connection again. But as Claire faces the weight of loss, she begins to realize that grief is like a shadow she couldn't shake easily and not everyone heals the same way.
This emotional young adult novel is a beautifully written story of love, loss, and holding on through hardship that will linger in your heart long after the last page.
What We Do
The sun still rises, even after the darkest night
We have to leave him here,” Ruby cried, her voice echoing the family’s shared pain and determination. “They know how to take care of him. It’s safer for him to be here than at home,” Jack reassured her. “We’ll buy him new clothes when we bring him home. A fresh start… We can, can’t we?”
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