A timeless story about a young girl who is thrust into the adult world and has to make decisions on which her own life depends, as well as the lives of others. Bradley returns to the period of The War That Saved My Lifeand The War I Finally Won, this time in France. As in her previous novels, she expertly blends history, emotion, humour, and adventure. There's a timeless pleasure to this read, with its suspenseful moments, humorous touches, powerful themes, friendships, and satisfying ending. Features strong female characters and depicts young girls and women facing fears and meeting complex challenges successfully. Bradley is a two-time Newbery Honor-winner and a New York Times bestselling author. Her two previous books set in this wartime period have sold close to a million copies worldwide. Strong offering for the education market, with teaching resources available on Text's website, featured at education conferences and promotion via education channels.
Publicity to include outreach to middle grade review outlets, education and online publications. Marketing campaign will target educators and middle grade readers. Pitched for Rebel Readers and other tween online communities, promotion through middle grade community.