
Readers will emerge from the rubble much shaken, a little wiser, and with perhaps a greater sense of humanity." - "Publishers Weekly," Starred "That rare, rare thing, a first novel with a sustained, magical and utterly faultless voice.

"A daring, wise, and sensitive look at the complexities of being young in a world teetering on chaos, Rosoff's poignant exploration of perseverance in the face of the unknown is a timely lesson for us all." - "People" Magazine "This riveting first novel paints a frighteningly realistic picture of a world war breaking out in the 21st century.
