First published 2004
Polly Perks disguises herself as a man to enlist in the army, desperate to find her missing brother. But the war is already raging, and Polly's fellow recruits are woefully unprepared. With only a cunning sergeant and a coffee-loving vampire on their side, Polly and her ragtag squad must use their wits to survive the enemy's relentless assault. As the battle intensifies, they uncover a shocking truth that will change the course of the conflict. Polly's journey becomes a stirring testament to the power of camaraderie and the strength that emerges from the most unlikely of circumstances.
Genres: historical-fiction, military-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Period: 1990-
128 pages · Paperback · A&C Black