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It's 1942, and the United States is at war. While most of the kids in Henry Hamilton's class dream of being soldiers and shipping off overseas, Henry wants to contribute in a different way: he dreams of being a reporter. When his city organizes an air raid program as part of its civilian defense efforts, he just might find the scoop he's been hoping for. But as he tracks down his leads, he discovers a story far more perilous and important than he could have imagined.
As the danger mounts, Henry must navigate dark forests, hidden tunnels, and even enemy spies and saboteurs in order to expose the shocking truth in this propulsive, high-stakes mystery.
One boy's search for a story becomes a mission to save his hometown.
- A High-Stakes Spy Story: When Henry stumbles upon a conspiracy of enemy spies and saboteurs, his dream of being a reporter becomes a dangerous reality.
- The 1940s Home Front: Step back in time to WWII America, where civilian air raid wardens and blackout drills are the new normal, and danger lurks where you least expect it.
- An Unlikely Hero: Twelve-year-old Henry Hamilton isn't a soldier, he's a journalist. But when his city is threatened, he'll have to be brave enough to uncover the truth.
- A Middle Grade Adventure: Perfect for young readers who love historical fiction, thrilling mysteries, and stories about courage against the odds.
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