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Code Name Kingfisher

Name: Code Name Kingfisher
ISBN: 9781398512511

By Liz Kessler

Liv’s boring house-clearance uncovers Bubbe’s secret past—and a wartime code name that changes everything.

compelling heartfelt historical inspiring

Genres

Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

What is Code Name Kingfisher about?

In present-day Britain, 13-year-old Liv discovers a hidden chest while helping her father clear out her grandmother Bubbe's house. The contents reveal Bubbe's past as Mila, a Jewish girl in 1942 Amsterdam. Mila and her sister Hannie were sent to live under false identities to escape Nazi persecution. Hannie joined the Dutch Resistance as 'Code Name Kingfisher,' undertaking dangerous missions. Through these revelations, Liv uncovers a family history of bravery and sacrifice, reshaping her understanding of her heritage.

About the author

Liz Kessler is a popular British author best known for her magical adventure stories, including the famous Emily Windsnap series about a girl who discovers she is half-mermaid. Liz loves the sea and often includes it in her books. She hopes her stories inspire young readers to use their imagination and enjoy reading.

Pages

336 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2024

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