Life would never be the same for Suzanne David, a 13-year-old French schoolgirl and music apprentice. It was a cool, lovely May morning in the 1940s in Cherbourg, France as Suzanne and her best friend walked along the beaches, until the Bombs began to fall from Nazi aircraft. Barely escaping death, Suzanne's troubles have just begun. They began as she witnessed the death of a neighbor, as she saw her best friend sink into silence, as Nazis took over her home, and so much more!
Then one day her doctor asks Suzanne a question. . .would she be willing to help the Free French. . .as a spy?
In moments a 13 yr. old girl becomes a part of WWII, fighting for her country's freedom and ultimately the World's!
I loved reading this book. It really brought WWII to life, and demonstrated the brave adults. . . and Children. . .who helped end the war. Many nights I was up late enchanted by the book! It really taught me about the struggles people willingly endured because they loved their country. I loved Kimberly Brubaker Bradley's writing style. An excellent way to teach WWII to preteens.
Based on the exciting True Story of Suzanne David.
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