About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle schooler is grappling with family secrets or feeling the friction of sibling rivalry, particularly if they enjoy intellectual challenges. It is a sophisticated historical mystery that uses the high stakes of World War II to explore how families navigate loss and the burden of keeping secrets. While the backdrop is a world at war, the heart of the story is the evolving relationship between nineteen-year-old Jakob and fourteen-year-old Lizzie as they learn to trust one another's unique strengths. Appropriate for ages 10 to 14, the story balances historical education with a fast-paced thriller. Parents will appreciate the way it highlights neurodivergent-leaning traits, such as Lizzie's obsessive eye for detail and Jakob's logical precision, as essential tools for problem-solving. It is an excellent choice for fostering resilience and showing that even in the darkest times, curiosity and teamwork can light the way.
