In 1944, when her brother is overseas fighting in World War II, eleven-year-old Margaret changes her mind about the school bully, Gordy, after she discovers he is hiding his own brother, a deserter.
One secret is about to change everything Margaret thought she knew about heroes, enemies, and courage.
Unlikely Friendship: Margaret always saw Gordy as the school bully, but helping him hide his brother forces her to see the boy behind the mean exterior.Family Secrets: Gordy isn’t just hiding his brother from the army; he’s protecting him from a violent father in a home full of fear.A Test of Courage: With her own brother fighting the enemy overseas, Margaret must decide where her loyalties lie and what being brave truly means.WWII Historical Fiction: A powerful and realistic look at life on the American home front, exploring the complex feelings of those left behind during the war.
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