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D-Day Dog

By Tom Palmer

Adjectives

thought-provoking emotional historical inspiring

Genres

Historical Fiction Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Jack eagerly anticipates his school trip to the D-Day landing beaches, hoping to learn more about the war heroes he admires, like his dad, a reserve soldier. However, when his dad is called to action, Jack's views on war are challenged. Seeking solace with his loyal dog, Finn, Jack delves into the poignant true story of Emile Corteil and his dog, Glen, who parachuted into France on D-Day. Determined, Jack sets out to uncover their fate.

About the author

Tom Palmer is a popular British author known for his exciting books about football, history, and adventure. He has written the Football Academy and Foul Play series, as well as stories inspired by real events like the Second World War. Tom enjoys visiting schools and inspiring children to discover the joy of reading and writing.

Pages

120 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2019

Community rating

Average score: 4.2

From 5 readers

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