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Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the tension between following rules and following their heart, or when a family member is departing for a significant or dangerous journey. Set in rural New Hampshire during the autumn of 1918, the story follows Jeremy Chance as he navigates the complex emotions of his brother heading to the battlefields of World War I. This historical novel explores the weight of family expectations, the nuances of justice, and the definition of bravery. It is perfectly suited for children aged 9 to 12 who are beginning to question the 'black and white' rules of the adult world and are seeking to find their own moral footing during times of family upheaval.