The War That Saved My Life
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A young disabled girl and her brother are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II, where they find life to be much sweeter away from their abusive mother
The War That Saved My LifeSeries
This series chronicles the lives of children navigating the challenges of World War II, forced to leave their homes and discover resilience they never knew they possessed. Thrust into unfamiliar circumstances, they forge unexpected bonds and confront adversity with growing courage. It's a moving exploration of survival, the discovery of self-worth, and the profound impact of chosen family during wartime. The narratives beautifully capture themes of hope, belonging, and the enduring human spirit against a backdrop of historical turmoil.
Recommended Reading Order
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The War I Finally Won
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
When Ada's clubfoot is surgically fixed at last, she knows for certain that she's not what her mother said she was - crippled in her mind as well as in her body. But who is she, she wonders? Ada and her brother, Jamie, are living with their guardian, Susan, in a cottage in the English countryside, on the estate of the formidable Lady Thorton and her daughter, Maggie, Ada's dearest friend. Life in the crowded cottage is tense. Then Ruth, a Jewish girl from Germany, moves in. A German? Everyone is horrified. Ada must decide - where do her loyalties lie?
