The Red Heart

Katarina von Bredow

When Hedvig was leaving, she was about to give Elliot a hug. A few seconds passed when it felt like he was waiting for it, but then his mom entered the room to say bye and the hug came to a halt. Hedvig can still feel it chafing on the inside, making it impossible to concentrate on her English. She takes the red marker and draws a heart high up on her arm. An Elliot heart.

Life in middle school is full of complicated friendships. Hedvig is friends with Molly, but can’t say she
is also friends with Elliot, because Elliot is taken by Molly, ever since they were together for a week during the fall. And maybe Hedvig and Elliot are a bit more than just friends.

The Red Heart is the second part about 11-year old Hedvig – books about tangled friendships, identity, social media, and everyday drama by one of Sweden’s most praised children’s book authors.

Katarina von Bredow has written almost thirty books for children and young adults. She writes poignantly about love, friendship, bullying and family relationships, and her books have been loved by
generations of readers.

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