A Time to Live (Promises)

A Time to Live (Promises)

by SuePurkiss (Author)

Synopsis

It's 1942, during the Second World War, and France is occupied by the German army. These are dangerous times. Sylvie Duval, 17, forms a close friendship with Jack, an injured British airman her family is sheltering. But Jack is in danger - and he must leave France for his own safety. Sylvie is faced with difficult choices as the man she loves is smuggled out of the country. This historical love story brings together both the past and a wonderful romance, in a warm and uplifting way. As part of the Promises series, this book is ideal for girls who are reluctant readers but want access to books with themes of their age range.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Publisher: Ransom Publishing
Published: 20 Oct 2016

ISBN 10: 1785912585
ISBN 13: 9781785912580

Author Bio
Sue Purkiss has written three witchy/ghosty books for young children; a 'contemporary' novel - The Willow Man - and two historical novels. Sue Purkiss writes books for children and young adults. Recent publications include Emily's Surprising Voyage, which was longlisted for the Carnegie medal. She also writes comic fiction for younger children, and has written two longer novels for older ones. The Willow Man and Warrior King Sue has taught English, and has worked with young offenders. She goes into schools to give talks and do workshops, and teaches creative writing to groups within the community. She writes for two group blogs, the History Girls and An Awfully Big Blog Adventure.