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304 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780141332253
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Puffin Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Mum said war was a punishment from God for people's sins, so he'd better watch out. She didn't tell him what to watch out for, though. When the Second World War breaks out, young Willie Beech is evacuated to the countryside. A sad, deprived child...
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Graphic
Child abuse, Physical abuse, Child deathModerate
War, Death, ConfinementMinor
Suicide, Death of parent, Antisemitism
304 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780141332253
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Puffin Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Mum said war was a punishment from God for people's sins, so he'd better watch out. She didn't tell him what to watch out for, though. When the Second World War breaks out, young Willie Beech is evacuated to the countryside. A sad, deprived child...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 93%
sad: 70%
hopeful: 64%
inspiring: 36%
reflective: 35%
dark: 25%
adventurous: 22%
challenging: 18%
funny: 12%
informative: 12%
lighthearted: 10%
tense: 10%
relaxing: 6%
mysterious: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Physical abuse, Child deathModerate
War, Death, ConfinementMinor
Suicide, Death of parent, Antisemitism