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Description
Artem lives in Stalingrad, a city under communist rule. In July 1942, Nazi Germany launches an attack on the city, and martial law is declared. Artem's older brother serves as a soldier in Stalin's Red Army, leaving Artem to worry about his brother's safety as the battle for the city intensifies.
Quick Summary
Set during one of history's most brutal battles, this novel drops readers right into the chaos of Stalingrad through the eyes of an ordinary kid facing extraordinary danger. Kids will love watching Artem navigate bombed-out streets, make daring decisions, and find courage he never knew he had while everyone around him fights to survive. If your kid enjoys heart-pounding historical fiction like Number the Stars or The Boy Who Wouldn't Swim in the Striped Pyjamas, they'll be completely absorbed by this gripping story. Perfect for middle graders in grades 5-7 who are ready for a powerful, emotional read that brings history to life.