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The Runaways

By Holly Webb

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous historical inspiring

Genres

Historical Fiction Friendship/Family Adventure

Synopsis

In late 1930s London, as war looms, Molly's mother refuses to let her evacuate, insisting she stay to help with the war effort. Facing the prospect of giving up her beloved dog, Bertie, Molly decides to run away. She stows away on a train to the countryside, where she meets two other runaways. Together, they navigate the challenges of their new reality, discovering the true meaning of home and friendship.

About the author

Holly Webb is a popular children's author from the UK, best known for her Animal Stories series. She loves writing about animals and adventure, and her books have been enjoyed by children all over the world. Holly lives with her family and several pets, which often inspire the lovable characters in her stories.

Pages

336 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2019

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