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Anna at War by Helen Peters (20 Books of Summer -Book 3)

Posted on July 8, 2019 by alibrarylady

“The British were so magnanimous to welcome us foreigners… truly showing a phenomenal humanity.” These words were part of the inspiration for this enthralling and immensely thoughtful book set in World War 2. They were said by a woman in … Continue reading →

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When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr – 20 Books of Summer (1/20)

Posted on June 19, 2019 by alibrarylady

“Nowadays, my escape from Germany and everything that followed seems far away. I’ve lived in London more than seventy years. I have been happily married and our children are a joy. It has been a wonderfully happy life. But it … Continue reading →

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No Ballet Shoes in Syria by Catherine Bruton

Posted on April 8, 2019 by alibrarylady

No Ballet Shoes in Syria tells the story of Aya, an eleven year old asylum seeker from Aleppo in Syria. It is a story of hope and of kindness. Aya provides a voice for all the millions of child refugees … Continue reading →

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Book Advent – 10th December Refuge by Anne Booth illustrated by Sam Usher

Posted on December 10, 2017 by alibrarylady

This poignant retelling of the Nativity was published in 2015 in response to the refugee crisis sweeping the world.  A donation is made from the sale of each book to the charity War Child. At the time of publication the … Continue reading →

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