The Greengage Summer by Rumer Godden:
Foreword by Jane Murray Flutter | Introduction by Jane Asher:
Published by The Folio Society, 2000:

Rumer Godden’s The Greengage Summer is a coming-of-age novel set in post-war France, blending elements of mystery, romance, and self-discovery. The story follows a group of English children who find themselves stranded at a hotel in the Champagne region after their mother falls ill. Led by the perceptive narrator, 13-year-old Cecil, they become entangled in the enigmatic world of the hotel’s adult guests, including the charming yet secretive Eliot, whose true nature gradually unfolds. The novel captures the languid heat of a French summer while exploring themes of innocence, desire and betrayal.

This edition, published by The Folio Society in 2000, features a foreword by Jane Murray Flutter and an introduction by actress and author Jane Asher. Known for its high-quality productions, The Folio Society presents the novel in a beautifully bound volume, making it a desirable addition for collectors.

Rumer Godden (1907–1998) was a prolific British author, best known for her evocative novels often set in India and Europe. She wrote for both adults and children, with works such as Black Narcissus and The River gaining critical acclaim and cinematic adaptations. Her writing is characterised by rich detail, psychological depth, and a keen observation of human nature.