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In the darkest winter of World War II, the city of Leningrad is besieged, food dwindles, and the people live in constant fear. Georgi, a fourteen‑year‑old boy, cannot enlist in the army, but he is determined to help his family and friends survive. His sister Marya is tasked with protecting priceless artwork from the Hermitage museum, and their mother cares for wounded soldiers. Facing starvation and the harsh realities of siege life, Georgi confronts dangers both on the front lines and within the city, striving to protect his loved ones and his community.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Gloria Whelan
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