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Ten‑year‑old Kay lives with her family in New Jersey during World War II. When she discovers that doing what is right can bring difficult and unforeseen consequences, she must navigate her new reality and the complexities of wartime life.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Ann Rinaldi
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