The Summer of the Falcon

In this coming-of-age story, June Pritchard spends her summer in her family's Victorian home, where she faces the challenges of growing up amid new rules from her mother. As she trains a rebellious pet sparrow hawk named Zander, June learns about responsibility, independence, and the delicate balance between following rules and spreading her wings. The narrative explores themes of change, trust, and self-discovery through June's adventures with her falcon and her own personal growth.