Cottonopolis
By SF Layzell
A moving story of magic, first love and finding small moments of joy in hardship.
Welcome to 1840s Manchester
Twelve-year-old mill girl NELLIE DOYLE faces eviction and starvation when her father loses his job. But growing up in the notorious Manchester slum of Little Ireland has made her plucky.
She befriends CHLOE VALENITINE and has a chance meeting with a circus owner who seemingly grants seven wishes. They embark on a journey to improve their circumstances.
Amidst wishes for peace, freedom, and family reunion, Nellie realizes her growing feelings for Chloe, learning that magic doesn’t always work as expected and sometimes, you must create your own.
Genre:
Middle Grade / Juvenile
Themes:
Coming of Age
Family Relationships
First Love
Found Family
Historical
Interracial / Multicultural Relationship
Magic
Heat Level:
Sweet (kissing, holding hands, etc., but no other on-the-page physical intimacy)
Geographic Location:
United Kingdom: England
Setting:
Big City / Urban
Carnival / Fair / Circus / Amusement Park
Historical
Sexual / Gender Identity:
Lesbian
Queer
Questioning
