![]() ![]() But the children do need a guardian, and in the dark days of World War II London, those are in short supply, especially if they hope to stay together. A Place to Hang the Moon is a story about the importance of family: the one youre given, and the one you choose. ![]() It is 1940 and William, 12, Edmund, 11, and Anna, 9, aren't terribly upset by the death of the not-so-grandmotherly grandmother who has taken care of them since their parents died. The audio book is especially well done. One of the best books I've ever shared with my kids. Want the RAR Family Book Club Guide to go with it? Join RAR Premium to get it. Or just read it yourself! It’s an utter delight. Read it aloud to all ages (probably 7+ will enjoy it most). The characters are drawn with conviction and a good deal of empathy. Set against the backdrop of World War II, Anna, Edmund, and William are evacuated from London to live in the countryside, bouncing from home to home in. ![]() ![]() And a mischievous boy named Edmund (yes! Edmund!), siblings who work together to get themselves through a rough patch, and a librarian you will fall in love with. 'Both touching and genuine, the historical novel A Place to Hang the Moon speaks to the power of stories and families, both of which can be found in the most unexpected places.' Foreword Reviews, Starred Review 'The narrative is fresh, lively, and captivating. This new middle grade novel, set in WWII London and featuring three orphaned siblings is EASILY one of the best novels I’ve read in a long while. There is the English countryside. ![]()
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