London's Burning
By Pauline Francis
When London burns, John hunts for his vanished candle—and the truth behind the flames.
Genres
What is London's Burning about?
In 1666 London, young John sneaks a candle into his attic bedroom for comfort. He falls asleep with the candle burning on the windowsill. Upon waking, he discovers the city engulfed in flames, and his candle missing. Fearing he might have caused the Great Fire, John embarks on a journey through the blazing city, seeking answers and redemption.
About the author
Pauline Francis is a talented author who loves bringing history to life through exciting stories for young readers. She has written popular books such as 'Samurai Girl' and 'Lady Jane Grey.' Pauline enjoys making her characters face challenges and adventures, helping readers imagine what life was like in the past.
Pages
47 pages
Reading age
Early Chapter Book (6-10)
This edition
2007
Celebrate every book your child reads
Keep track of the books they've read on Pageticker and watch their reading journey grow.
Ready to get started?
Join thousands of readers discovering their next favourite book