About This Book
Reach for this book if your child is navigating the weight of a major move or experiencing the quiet guilt that often follows leaving loved ones behind. This historical adventure addresses the specific emotional burden of survivor guilt through the eyes of two young evacuees. While the backdrop is World War II, the core of the story is about the internal struggle to accept safety and joy when others are still in harm's way. Charles and Wes are sent from the London Blitz to the safety of a Virginia farm, surviving a harrowing Atlantic crossing only to face the complexities of their new environment. The boys must navigate nightmares and the confusing reality of working alongside German prisoners of war. It is a powerful choice for middle schoolers (ages 10 to 14) who need a story that validates their anxiety while showing them that healing is a gradual, courageous process involving community and hard work.
