Heart-warming historical fiction for young adults.
This book is a poignant tale about the consequences of war, and how it affects families. Alfie's determination to rescue his father from a hospital treating soldiers with shell shock is heart-breaking yet inspiring. John Boyne weaves a beautiful story of familial love and resilience amidst the tragedies of war. It is recommended for young adults who enjoy historical fiction and stories about families overcoming adversity.
ISBN: 9781627790314
Authors:
John Boyne
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Date of Publication: 2014-03-25
Format: Hardcover
Related Topics:
War
Goodreads rating: 3.95
(rated by 10478 readers)
Description
The day the First World War broke out, Alfie Summerfield's father promised he wouldn't go away to fight―but he broke that promise the following day. Four years later, Alfie doesn't know where his father might be, other than that he's away on a special, secret mission. Then, while shining shoes at King's Cross Station, Alfie unexpectedly sees his father's name on a sheaf of papers belonging to a military doctor. Bewildered and confused, Alfie realizes his father is in a hospital close by―a hospital treating soldiers with shell shock. Alfie isn't sure what shell shock is, but he is determined to rescue his father from this strange, unnerving place. . . . in John Boyne's Stay Where You Are and Then Leave.This title has Common Core connections.
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