Cottage on the Curve

"Cottage on the Curve" by Mary Lamers is a nostalgic tale set likely in the mid-20th century, painting a picture of simpler times through the eyes of Jane Murray during her family's summer vacation at their cottage near Oak Lake. As the school year ends and summer begins, Jane anticipates the carefree days ahead, filled with playful moments with her siblings and their mischievous pet monkey, Butchie. The plot follows Jane's transition through a summer full of memorable escapades and the everyday joys that define childhood, highlighting the importance of family, friendship, and the sweet, transient beauty of summertime fun.