Derek and his friends, living outside of London during World War II, regard the frequent air raids with more fascination than fearafter all, they can barely remember a time without them. The boys are thrilled when school is canceled for a few days due to a raid, giving them time to work on their secret camp. But when their camp is savagely attacked by a rival gang from the neighborhood, the harsh reality of the violence surrouding them suddenly crashes down upon Derek and his friendsand a long night of bombing changes his feelings about the war forever. Includes a reader's guide.
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Dawn of Fear by Susan Cooper, Margery Gill
Derek and his friends, living outside of London during World War II, regard the frequent air raids with more fascination than fearafter all, they can barely remember a time without them. The boys are thrilled when school is canceled for a few days due to a raid, giving them time to work on their secret camp. But when their camp is savagely attacked by a rival gang from the neighborhood, the harsh reality of the violence surrouding them suddenly crashes down upon Derek and his friendsand a long night of bombing changes his feelings about the war forever.
Includes a reader's guide.