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Hetty Feather

Hetty Feather

Children's BooksHistorical Fiction
Published
2015
Language
English

Synopsis

Follow Hetty Feather, a young girl growing up in a Victorian foundling hospital. She dreams of finding her birth mother and experiencing a life beyond the strict confines of the institution. Join Hetty as she navigates friendships, challenges, and the search for her true identity in a world that often feels unfair.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

SadHopefulEmotional
Coming of AgeFound FamilyFish Out of Water

Genres

Children's Books Historical Fiction

About the author

J
Jacqueline Wilson

Dame Jacqueline Wilson DBE FRSL (born 17 December 1945) is an English novelist known for her popular children's literature. Her novels have been notable for featuring realistic topics such as adoption and divorce without alienating her large readership. Since her debut novel in 1969, Wilson has written over 100 books. When Wilson began to focus on writing, she completed several crime fiction novels before dedicating herself to children's books. At the age of 40, she took A-level English and e...

Frequently asked questions

  • Is there a TV series adaptation of Hetty Feather?

    Yes, Hetty Feather was adapted into a children's television series that aired on CBBC. The series closely follows Hetty's adventures and her life in the foundling hospital.

  • Does Hetty Feather have sequels?

    Yes, Hetty Feather is the first book in a series that continues to follow Hetty's life and experiences. Subsequent books explore her journey beyond the foundling hospital.

  • How does Hetty Feather connect to Jacqueline Wilson's other books?

    Hetty Feather shares a similar thematic focus on resilient young girls navigating challenging circumstances, a common thread in many of Jacqueline Wilson's works. While not directly connected in terms of characters or setting, it fits within her signature style of exploring childhood struggles with empathy.