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Red leaves

By Sita Brahmachari

A runaway, a lonely boy and a mysterious woman uncover a wartime secret in the woods.

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Genres

Adventure Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is Red leaves about?

Thirteen-year-old Aisha runs away when she learns she must leave her foster home. Nearby, twelve-year-old Zak is struggling with his parents’ divorce and the unfinished house where he now lives. Drawn to an old air-raid shelter in the woods, Zak discovers clues linking the place to a young soldier from the past. There he meets Aisha and Elder, a mysterious woman living among the trees. As a search begins, their unexpected friendship helps them face loneliness, loss and the meaning of home.

About the author

Sita Brahmachari is a well-loved British author who writes exciting and thoughtful books for children and young people. Her stories, like 'Artichoke Hearts', often explore friendship, family, and adventure. Sita enjoys helping readers see the world in new ways and hopes her books inspire children to use their imagination and kindness.

Pages

363 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2014

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