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Goodnight Mister Tom

By Michelle Magorian

Adjectives

heartwarming emotional uplifting

Genres

Historical Fiction Friendship/Family

Synopsis

During World War II, young Willie Beech is evacuated from London to the countryside, where he is placed in the care of the reclusive and gruff Tom Oakley. Initially timid and malnourished, Willie gradually flourishes under Tom's kindness, forming a deep bond. However, when Willie is summoned back to his abusive mother in London, Tom becomes concerned for his safety and embarks on a journey to rescue him. This heartwarming tale explores themes of friendship, healing, and the transformative power of love.

About the author

Michelle Magorian is a well-loved British author best known for her book 'Goodnight Mister Tom'. She writes exciting and heartwarming stories about children making friends and facing adventures. Michelle Magorian enjoys creating characters you can care about, and her books have won many awards. She hopes her stories inspire children to enjoy reading.

Pages

364 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2015

Community rating

Average score: 4.14

From 7 readers

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