Erscheint: Februar 2027
Buch (Hardcover): Kinderbuch
Outlook Unclear
When the war ends, the questions begin
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Verlag:
HarperCollins Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P34853960
EAN: 9780310180685
Erscheint: Februar 2027
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 26.–
Beschreibung
In the aftermath of WWII, a young boy is sent to Switzerland to recover from the physical trauma of the war, but he'll need all his strength to survive the Alpine wilderness. Inspired by true events, this middle-grade novel by. USA TODAY. bestselling author Jenni L. Walsh is a heart-pounding historical adventure filled with courage, friendship, and growing confidence. It's 1948, and eleven-year-old Jamie has lived through the air raids and destruction that the Nazis caused throughout Britain. But while the Allies may have won the war, Jamie's battle is still ongoing: because of the air pollution from the bombings, he has trouble breathing. So when the Red Cross sends him on a three-month health holiday is Switzerland, Jamie hopes the fresh mountain air will cure him, even if he's terrified to leave everything he's ever known. On his journey, Jamie discovers a new lifeline-a mysterious ball that answers his questions. Will I like my host family. It is decidedly so. Am I going to be okay. Ask again later. He does end up liking his host family, especially the twins Trudi and Fritz, who love to explore the woods beyond their house. Trudi and Fritz are determined to find a Wilde Frau-a mythical female spirit who legend says will grant your wishes if you help her. Maybe she'd even be able to fix Jamie's lungs. But when the twins venture on without Jamie one day and don't return, Jamie must gather what little strength he has and go out after them. But the Alpine mountains are treacherous, even for healthy climbers. Will Jamie and his new friends survive the journey. Outlook Unclear. is:. perfect for readers ages 8 and up who love historical fiction and action adventure. an exciting and heartfelt novel inspired by true events. ideal for fans of Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, Jennifer A. Nielsen, and Lauren Tarshis's I Survived books.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Jenni L. Walsh
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2027
Format
- Buch (Hardcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 240