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The Boy and the Spy

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The Boy and the Spy by Felice Arena is a thrilling adventure set during World War II in Italy. It follows a young boy who discovers a stranded American spy and decides to help him despite the lurking dangers. Through their journey, themes of bravery, trust, and friendship emerge in a wartime backdrop.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling historical adventures set during World War II. It offers a compelling narrative about a young boy who becomes entangled in a daring mission on the Italian coast, blending themes of courage and friendship that children will find both inspiring and engaging.

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The Boy and the Spy

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Life has never been easy for Antonio, but since the war began, there are German soldiers on every corner, fearsome gangsters and the fascist police everywhere, and no one ever has enough to eat.

But when Antonio decides to trust a man who has literally fallen from the sky, he leaps into an adventure that will change his life and maybe even the future of Sicily...

The Boy and the Spy by Felice Arena is a riveting tale set during a tumultuous time, exploring themes of trust, courage, and change in the face of adversity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143309284

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 April 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 128g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Felice is one of Australia's best-known children's authors - his Specky Magee series topped bestseller lists and his books have won many awards, including six Australian Children Choice Book Awards. Felice is also an accomplished actor and TV presenter and regularly performs in schools and at festivals across the country. His most recent novel is The Boy and the Spy, set in Second World War Italy.

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