by Susan Cooper
First published 1970
When a rival gang destroys their secret hideaway, three young friends become fascinated by the air raids that shatter their English town. But as they seek revenge, they are forced to confront the true horror of wartime - and the devastating realities of fear and loss. In this gripping coming-of-age tale, the children's thirst for justice leads them on a harrowing journey through the shadows of an all-too-real conflict.
Genres: historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, coming-of-age
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family
Setting: Great Britain
Period: 20th-century
224 pages · Paperback · Aladdin
Content warnings: death, war