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When Fishes Flew - The Story of Elena's War

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

inspiring mysterious heartfelt historical

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure Fantasy

What is When Fishes Flew - The Story of Elena's War about?

Seventeen-year-old Nandi travels from Australia to her ancestral home on the Greek island of Ithaca to visit her great-aunt Elena. Upon arrival, she discovers that Elena has mysteriously disappeared. As Nandi searches for her, she befriends a magical flying fish who reveals Elena's heroic past during World War II. Through this journey, Nandi uncovers the depth of her aunt's bravery and the enduring impact of her actions.

About the author

Michael Morpurgo is a much-loved British author who has written over a hundred books for children. He is best known for his story 'War Horse', which was made into a play and a film. Michael often writes about animals and adventures, inspiring children to imagine exciting worlds and discover the magic of stories.

Pages

189 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Edition published

2021

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