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359 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd.
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Description
Young Willie Beech is evacuated to the country as Britain stands on the brink of the Second World War. A sad, deprived child, he slowly begins to flourish under the care of old Tom Oakley - but his new-found happiness is shattered by a summons fro...
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Moods
emotional: 93%
sad: 70%
hopeful: 64%
inspiring: 36%
reflective: 35%
dark: 25%
adventurous: 22%
challenging: 18%
funny: 12%
informative: 12%
lighthearted: 10%
tense: 10%
relaxing: 6%
mysterious: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Child abuse, Physical abuse, Child deathModerate
War, Death, ConfinementMinor
Suicide, Death of parent, Antisemitism
359 pages • first pub 1981 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd.
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Description
Young Willie Beech is evacuated to the country as Britain stands on the brink of the Second World War. A sad, deprived child, he slowly begins to flourish under the care of old Tom Oakley - but his new-found happiness is shattered by a summons fro...
Community Reviews
Content Warnings