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Shrapnel Boys

By Jenny Pearson

Adjectives

gripping historical adventurous thought-provoking

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure Friendship/Family

Synopsis

In 1939 London, 12-year-old Ronnie Smith is both excited and scared as war begins. He and his friends collect shrapnel from bombings, but at home, Ronnie's younger brother Micky becomes involved with Johnny Simmons, a charming yet suspicious man. As Micky's secretive behaviour grows, Ronnie and his best friend Lugs uncover Johnny's dangerous ties to fascist groups. Together, they must protect Micky and confront the threats lurking within their own community.

About the author

Jenny Pearson is a brilliant UK author who writes funny and heartwarming stories for children. She is best known for her book 'The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates', which has made many readers laugh and smile. Jenny used to be a teacher, and her books are full of adventure, friendship, and lots of fun!

Pages

384 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2025

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