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A heartfelt journey through healing, loss, courage, forgiveness, family, and finding your voice.

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Cover: Sophie, The Oracle of the Water Heart by Penelope Gomez

A story of healing & hope

Sophie and the Puzzle of Her Broken Heart

By Pauline Rushe

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About the author

Pauline Rushe

Pauline Rushe is a debut author and poet from Northern Ireland. She has a degree in Psychology from Queen’s University Belfast. When she is not writing, she enjoys connecting with nature, walking in an enchanted forest, or by the sea. She is a deep thinker and gazes up at the stars in awe. Her inner child likes nothing more than a mug of hot chocolate and marshmallows.

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Behind the illustrations

Laura Aldofredi

Laura Aldofredi or Umiko meaning "child of the sea", is an italian animation filmmaker and illustrator based in Zwolle, Netherlands. In her free time she practices free diving and swimming.

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What a gift this story is. A whimsical, wise, and deeply heartfelt journey that honours children’s inner worlds with such tenderness and care.
It carries emotional intelligence, gentle humour, and real depth without ever losing its magic.
You can feel the love woven through every page. A tender reminder, for kids and grown ups alike, that you’re not broken and your voice matters.

Eva Andrea - Author and Book Midwife

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