Five Children on the Western Front
Kate Saunders
An incredible, heart-wrenching sequel to E. Nesbit’s Five Children and It, set on the eve of the First World War. The five children have grown up – war will change their lives for ever.
Cyril is off to fight, Anthea is at art college, Robert is a Cambridge scholar and Jane is at high school. The Lamb is the grown up age of 11, and he has a little sister, Edith, in tow. The sand fairy has become a creature of stories … until he suddenly reappears. The siblings are pleased to have something to take their minds off the war, but this time the Psammead is here for a reason, and his magic might have a more serious purpose. Before this last adventure ends, all will be changed, and the two younger children will have seen the Great War from every possible viewpoint – factory-workers, soldiers and sailors, nurses and the people left at home, and the war’s impact will be felt right at the heart of their family.Reviews
I thought it was five stars because it told you about the soldiers that fought for our freedom from the Kaiser.
Don Chester Pumpernickel 12.12.2023
A very emotional and intriguing story- a little more serious than the originals (I think), shedding some light on 'It''s past and who he really is. Also thought-provoking.
Anonymous 17.08.2017
such an emotional roller coaster! I've never read a book written during the war before but hearing about the challenges and the day to day fear they lived with was really gripping. I really enjoyed it and recommend it to everyone -I really want to read more of Kate Saunders books
Anonymous 28.07.2017
