On the Wings of Heroes, Paperback/Richard Peck

Descriere

Davy Bowman s dad looks forward to Halloween more than a kid, and Davy s brother, Bill, flies B-17s. Davy adores these two heroes and tries his best to follow their lead, especially now. World War II has invaded Davy s homefront boyhood. Bill has joined up, breaking their dad s heart. It s an intense, confusing time, and one that will spur Davy to grow up in a hurry. This is one of Richard Peck s finest novels a tender, unforgettable portrait of the World War II home front and a family s enduring love."