This innovative new series features boys and girls describing their experiences at a key moment in history. When his father is drafted and his London neighbourhood is bombed, Frank is evacuated to the countryside. There, he meets a German Jewish girl, and learns how much is at stake in the war with Nazi Germany.
-A brilliant historical narrative told from two characters’ points of view.
-Two stories in one — two front covers and unique, fl ippable book format.
-Makes real to readers that there is no ‘correct’ version of history, only people’s interpretation and experience of it.
-A fast-paced, action-packed story with accurately researched period detail.
-Unique poignancy of parallel narrative with two sympathetic characters — a fi rst for children’s historical fiction.
Ages: 9+
