Josie Under Fire

Josie, living in London during the Blitz of World War II, finds it hard to come to terms with her brother’s decision to be a conscientious objector. But when she moves to a new school and is drawn into tormenting one of her classmates, she knows she must find the courage to stand up for her own beliefs. Age: 8+

 amazon.co.ukUK: Usborne Publishing, 2004. ISBN: 0 7460 6032 7

 

Josie Under Fire is part of The Historical House, a collection of novels by three different writers about the lives of those who have lived down the ages at No. 6, Chelsea Walk, London. To see all the books, visit Usborne's website.

“Historically strong, these are also dramatic stories with a real sense of atmosphere.”
The Guardian, ‘Pick of 2004’.
 

 

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