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Book SynopsisReluctant reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a captivating historical tale inspired by the true story of Britain’s Tomb of the Unknown Warrior.
November 1920. The body of an unknown soldier is to be buried at Westminster Abbey. The war has claimed the lives of thousands of men whose bodies will never make it home, and the Unknown Warrior will represent them all. As hundreds of people crowd to Westminster Abbey, Daisy knows she has to make it to the ceremony. Because although they call the warrior ‘unknown’, she is sure that he is her father …
Trade Review"A powerful and important story" – Kate Heap, True Education Partnerships
"An engaging story … Bradman skilfully melds together convincing characterisation and narrative with vivid historical detail about the period" – The English Association
"Thoroughly enjoyable, this is a history lesson without the pain" – Books for Keeps
"A beautiful and heartfelt reflection on the terrible sacrifices of a generation" – Lancashire Evening Post
"First class. It brims with atmosphere, well drawn characters and is packed with history" – The Letterpress Project
