Bombs on Aunt Dainty
Judith Kerr
Subjects
- History Time - blasts from the past
- Action Adventures - chills, thrills and plenty of spills
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
Average rating
Partly autobiographical, this is the second title in Judith Kerr’s internationally acclaimed trilogy of books following the life of Anna through war-torn Germany, to London during the Blitz and her return to Berlin to discover the past…
It is hard enough being a teenager in London during the Blitz, finding yourself in love and wondering every night whether you will survive the bombs. But it is even harder for Anna, who is still officially classified as an “enemy alien”. Those bombs are coming from Germany – the country that was once her own. If Hitler invades, can she and her beloved refugee family possibly survive? This was previously published as The Other Way Round.Reviews
not as good as the first one but good
General Kangaroo Costa-Rica 18.10.2024
I liked how it was told but the John cotmore part was a bit inappropriate
Professor Saturn Possum 27.07.2024
My favourite character was John Cotemore because he supported Anna in her passion for drawing by getting her a scholarship. I like the way Judith Kerr has created imagery in the reader's mind using her own experience. 5 stars from me!
Senorita Amazonia Pineapple 26.07.2024
Bombs on Aunt Dainty is the first sequel to When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, the second sequel being A Small Person Far Away. I think this book is a good book for teenagers (even though I am not one yet) because it has some grown-up parts in it. I recommend it but you should read When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit first. I also really like the style it is written in. It explains things that are gradually happening instead of telling one day and then the next. It also talks about various incidents that have occurred over time, which I like. They can be quite funny.
Marshal Bubbles Rubber-duck 15.11.2023
Star Reviewer
This is my favourite book in the trilogy, as it tells the story of what happens next to Anna after she has come to England and finished school.
Corporal Catapult Pinkerton 05.09.2023
Star Reviewer
Bit repetitive to the first book
Madam Jet Lanzarote 23.08.2023
I love this book!So good i highly recommend.Love her story.
Explorer Fidget Moonbeam 01.08.2021
Sequel to "When Hitler stole Pink Rabbit", Bombs on Aunt Dainty is a fictional story based on the author''s own life. I prefered When Hitler stole Pink Rabbit to this book. In this book, Anna (the main character) is already 16 and it was harder for me to relate to her than in the previous book where she wa's 11. This book is for slightly older fans of Castle on the Sea, Anne Frank and just generally World War 2 enthusiasts around 13+.
Anonymous 14.01.2021
It was a great book about the the second world War. It was fictional but based on a non - fiction event. I didn't enjoy it as much as the Return of the Railway children. I would recommend it to people who like war stories
Anonymous 25.09.2020
Would recommend this book.
Duchess Kiki Banana 16.09.2020
I enjoyed that it was based on real life events. It was realistic and set in areas of London that I am familiar with. I thought it was a good way to learn about The Blitz and about Judith Kerr at the same time. I would recommend it to my friends. I've even told my Grandma to read it as she grew up in London at that time.
Duchess Fifi Chocolate-mousse 05.09.2020
We learnt about the Second World War at school so this was interesting.
Anonymous 31.08.2020
It was interesting to read about Life in the Second World War As we learned about it at school.
Anonymous 31.08.2020
It was quite sad at times.
Anonymous 27.08.2020
I highly recommend this book for people who want to find out more about the Holocaust as this brilliant book tells the story of a young girl called Anna.
Princess Birthday-cake Pineapple 25.08.2020
It’s amazing
Judge Marge Chocolate-mousse 02.08.2020
I especially loved the ending; it leaves you on a cliffhanger which makes you want to read the next book.
Senorita Tulip Rollercoaster 04.08.2019
Really enjoyed this book it was beautifully written and had a amazing plot line considering the fact that it's a true story. I don't really agree with the title - it doesn't make much sense with the story. I think the original title ('The Other Way Round') is better. The description of the blitz was very dramatic and made it feel real. I'd say this book is for older readers than the first book ('When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit') probably for readers 11+.
Anonymous 27.07.2018
because it is history
Anonymous 11.08.2017
I liked this book because it was so exciting to read!
Anonymous 03.08.2016
