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A Great Escape

By Felice Arena
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A Great Escape by Felice Arena is an engaging children's book set during the Cold War in the divided city of Berlin. It follows the thrilling story of a boy who embarks on a daring adventure to reunite with his family, highlighting themes of bravery and hope. Through captivating storytelling, readers are taken on a suspenseful journey that underscores the power of love and determination.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy adventurous stories set in historical contexts, particularly those focused on daring escapes and the resilience of the human spirit. Young readers who are interested in tales of bravery set against the backdrop of significant historical events are likely to be captivated by the thrilling journey and emotional depth presented.

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Set in Cold War Germany, A Great Escape is a story of true-life heroism and the unbreakable bonds of family, by the acclaimed author of Fearless Frederic and The Boy and the Spy.

It's a great escape, but will Peter survive it?

When Peter's family leaves for a trip across the border, he stays behind. So when the government builds a wall through the city, guarded by soldiers, tanks and ferocious dogs, he's trapped. Everyone says he might never see his family again. But Peter has a courageous plan . . .

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143794042

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 148g

Pages: 176

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Felice Arena Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Felice Arena is one of Australia's best-loved children's writers. He is the author and creator of many popular and award-winning children's books for all ages, including the acclaimed historical adventures The Boy and the Spy, Fearless Frederic, The Great Escape and The Unstoppable Flying Flanagan, which was longlisted for the ARA Historical Novel Prize. His series include the bestselling Specky Magee books and the popular Andy Roid and Sporty Kids series.

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