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Klaus Vogel and the Bad Lads by David Almond is set in a small English town in the aftermath of World War II, where German refugee Klaus Vogel arrives as an outsider. The local gang, the Bad Lads, takes Klaus under their wing, but their harmless mischief escalates into increasingly hateful pranks under the leadership of a new boy named Joe. A fire at Mr. Eustace's house coincides with Klaus's arrival, forever changing the dynamics of the group and challenging Klaus's understanding of loyalty and belonging.
Quick Summary
Klaus Vogel arrives at the exact moment the Bad Lads set a fire at Mr Eustace's, and suddenly their harmless pranks become a matter for police. Kids will love watching the troublemaking Bad Lads transform into reluctant heroes as they team up with the enigmatic Klaus to solve a mystery that forces them to grow up fast. If your kid enjoys the clever twists of "The Westing Game" or the street-smart humor of "Holes," they'll be hooked. Perfect for students in grades 9-12, ages 13 and older.