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Molly, a curious ten‑year‑old, spends the summer at her grandparents' farm in Illinois. When the FBI turns its attention on a German‑American neighbor accused of smuggling anti‑American propaganda, Molly takes it upon herself to prove his innocence. Through her investigation she discovers the subtle ways the war touches ordinary lives on the home front and the complexities of loyalty, identity, and community during World War II.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Alison Hart
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