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While the Storm Rages

Phil Earle Levente Szabo

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English
Anderson Press
06 July 2022
From the bestselling author of When the Sky Falls comes the remarkable story of Noah's fight to save his beloved family dog following the outbreak of the Second World War.

September 1939. The world is on the brink of war. As his dad marches off to fight, Noah makes him a promise, to keep their beloved family dog safe. When the government advises people to have their pets put down in readiness for the chaos of war, Noah and his two best friends go on the run to save his dog and as many animals as they can...

'A page-turning triumph to make you laugh and cry - it’s Phil Earle at his best' Jacqueline Wilson

'A triumph' The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week

'Another gritty adventure full of heart, humour and historical accuracy' Daily Mail
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Imprint:   Anderson Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 198mm,  Width: 129mm,  Spine: 23mm
Weight:   305g
ISBN:   9781839132056
ISBN 10:   1839132051
Series:   Historical Animal Stories
Pages:   384
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Recommended Age:   From 9 to 13 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  General/trade ,  English as a second language ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Born and raised in the north of England, Phil is the author of over twenty acclaimed, award-winning books for children and teenagers. He has worked as a carer, a dramatherapist, a bookseller and a publisher, and loves talking at schools and festivals around the world. He lives on the side of a very steep hill with his partner, their five children and two dogs.

Reviews for While the Storm Rages

A page-turning triumph to make you laugh and cry - it's Phil Earle at his best -- Jacqueline Wilson A triumph... completely engaging -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week * Earle serves up ladles of jeopardy while interrogating pet love, the causes of bullying and childhood friendship. Another triumph * The Times, Children's Book of the Week * A truly brilliant story of courage and resilience and exceptional animals. This wartime Incredible Journey (only far, far better) is definitely Phil Earle's best yet -- Emma Carroll This book doubles down on Phil Earle's reputation as a masterful writer; a compelling, action-packed and heartfelt story -- MG Leonard


  • Nominated for Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing 2023 (UK)
  • Short-listed for FCBG Children's Book Award (UK).
  • Short-listed for Reader Rampage (UK).
  • Short-listed for The Week Junior Book Award 2023 (UK)
  • Short-listed for Wirral Book Award (UK).

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