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Carrie's War

by Nina Bawden
$5.90
Carrie's War - Thryft
Carrie's War - Thryft

Evacuation during WWII explored through a captivating story.

This book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and coming-of-age tales. With its vivid portrayal of life during WWII and the struggles faced by young evacuees, Carrie's War immerses readers in a world of fear, adventure, and friendship. The story is beautifully written and is sure to resonate with anyone who enjoys heartfelt and poignant narratives. Prepare to be transported to a different era and be captivated by the unforgettable characters and their extraordinary experiences.

Carrie's War

by Nina Bawden
$5.90
ISBN: 9780141333304
Authors: Nina Bawden
Publisher: Puffin Books
Date of Publication: 2011-03-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Young Adult, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: World War II, War
Goodreads rating: 3.92
(rated by 8703 readers)

Description

Albert, Carrie and young Nick are war-time evacuees whose lives get so tangled up with the people they've come to live among that the war and their real families seem to belong to another world. Carrie and Nick are billeted in Wales with old Mr Evans, who is so mean and cold and his timid mouse of a sister, Lou, who suddenly starts having secrets.
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