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Alex lives in East Berlin. The Cold War is raging, and he and his family are forbidden to leave. But Alex is no longer pretending to be a model East German, and the Stasi have noticed. One false move and things will change forever.
Quick Summary
Set in Cold War East Berlin, this gripping tale throws readers into a world where teenage rebellion means risking everything, as one boy decides he's done pretending to be a model citizen and starts making dangerous choices that could get him arrested, or worse. Kids will love the constant undercurrent of suspense, the real history of the Stasi and the Berlin Wall, and watching Alex navigate impossible situations where one wrong look or word could change his life forever. If your kid likes spy thrillers and historical fiction with high stakes, they'll devour this. Perfect for kids ages 10-14, especially those in grades 5-8 who enjoy tense, character-driven stories.