Under a Fire-Red Sky

Brutal, beautiful and wise. * The Times Children's Book of the Week * Reading Under a Fire-Red Sky feels like diving into one of those black-and-white Pathé film reels and finding the world of the Blitz brought into flaming colour. * The Times Children's Book of the Week * Masterful story of Blitz Britain...a beautifully told coming-of-age story. * The Telegraph, 5 Star review * A powerful and moving celebration of young people and their courage. * The Bookseller * Thrilling wartime tale. * The Telegraph, 5 Star review * The highly accomplished and versatile Geraldine McCaughrean is on form in her latest novel, drawing on her father's experiences as a firefighter in the second World War. * The Irish Times * Just when you think that there's no new stories about WW2 to read along comes a book like this which blows your mind... An incredible war story * Sarah Salmon, Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library * Stark and realistic Blitz portrayal... Harrowing yet hopeful... fine writing that brings home the lessons of the past. * Katy Kelly, librarian * This is a beautifully written story. It provides an honest and no holds barred account of the horrors of war, especially on the lives of civilians. The four main characters are well-defined and diverse and inspiring. There is a lot of raw emotion in this book. Highly recommended. * Goodreads review * An important read. * Stuck in the Book Loop * An emotional adventure that blends a coming-of-age tale with WWII historical fiction, reminiscent of The Famous Five. * School Reading List * An emotion-packed tale of survival, heartbreak and hope. * Lancashire Post syndicated review * McCaughrean writes with a directness that has considerable impact and this is a moving and compelling read. * A Library Lady * [A] gripping wartime adventure * The Week Junior * This powerful story puts a heroic record straight in a way readers are unlikely ever to forget. * Books for Keeps * In short, punchy chapters, McCaughrean captures both the horrors of war and the importance of friendship. * The Scotsman *