Children’s / Teenage: Historical fiction

Cobweb

A powerful, moving adventure inspired by the extraordinary true story of the French Drummer Boy of Waterloo, COBWEB is a stunning tale of courage and kindness – a book about humanity, animals, and the heartbreak of war, from a writer at the height of his powers.

Little Manfred

A heartwarming story split between 1966 and the Second World War where past and present collide, unlocking memories and reuniting old friends, showing that people can become family, despite the conflicts dividing them.

Toro! Toro!

A moving tale set during the Spanish Civil War, about the bond between a little boy and his bull, and their escape from a terrifying fate.

A Medal for Leroy

The moving and inspiring story of a family’s struggle with racism and war, and about the importance of finding out who you are

In the Mouth of the Wolf

A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything.

Michael Morpurgo’s wonderful storytelling and Barroux’s stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael’s uncles against the epic backdrop of World War Two.

Escape from Shangri-La

A gripping and heartfelt war story from Britain’s best-loved children’s author, Michael Morpurgo.

Arthur High King of Britain

An enchanting take on the legend of King Arthur from War Horse author and former Children’s Laureate, Michael Morpurgo.

Friend or Foe

Friend or Foe is a gripping World War II story from War Horse author and former Children’s Laureate Michael Morpurgo.

Flamingo Boy

A heart-lifting story of hope and courage in a time of war, set in the South of France

Alone on a Wide Wide Sea

How far would you go to find yourself? The lyrical, life-affirming novel from the nation’s favourite storyteller

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