I think the first thing you should know about Paper Butterflies is that you will never quite get over this story. June’s voice is one that steals your heart and locks it away for a long, long time.

Lisa has written another wonderfully dark and heartbreaking tale that centralises on the concept of power. June’s story also draws on modern domestic themes which equally is what makes it current and in parts, terrifying. I mean, how much do we really know about what goes on behind closed doors?

Paper Butterflies invites us to spectate the sinister home life of June, and her stepmother and stepsister. While her father remains unaware of a dark secret, only Blister appears to be June’s ray of sunshine at a difficult time.

I can honestly say that it takes a lot for me to cry when I read a novel, but June’s story had me in floods of tears.  Lisa has a knack for drip feeding us with dread, so much so that even when things look positive, you KNOW that it’s coming. You don’t even know what IT is, but I can guarantee that in Paper Butterflies, you will not see its various twists and turns coming. I can’t tell you how many times I was consumed with blinding rage, mainly because I felt useless – unable to ease June’s pain.

I think June’s voice is the key centrepiece of this novel, offering an honest recount of events that are both rich in detail and layered with emotion that tugs at the heartstrings. This combined with Blister’s selfless and lovable nature, makes for one hell of a read.

Paper Butterflies will be available to buy on 30th June 2016 and it is for this reason, I am holding back on details (which could be considered spoilers) that would otherwise be included in a full review. I would also like to thank Maggie at Electric Monkey for giving me the opportunity to read this beautiful novel.

If you plan on pre-ordering a book anytime soon, you should make sure Paper Butterflies is at the top of your wishlist as I assure you, it will not disappoint.

Curious to find out more about Lisa Heathfield and her available debut, ‘SEED’? Make sure to check her out on Twitter: @LisaHeathfield