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DescriptionYoung Willie Beech is evacuated to the country as Britain stands on the brink of WW II. A sad, deprived child, he slowly begins to flourish under the care of old Tom Oakley - but his new-found happiness is shattered by a summons from his mother back in London. This title is winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Award. Reviews'A marvellous story that knows just how to grab the emotions' - The Guardian Author descriptionMichelle Magorian was originally an actress. While acting, she worked on stories and ended up writing the award-winning Goodnight Mr Tom. She has written further novels, poetry collections, short stories and picture books. Michelle lives in London and continues to act and write. |