THE KINGDOM BY THE SEA Paperback

THE KINGDOM BY THE SEA" by Robert Westall is a poignant and gripping tale set during World War II in North East England. When a German air raid destroys Harry's home and kills his family, the young boy, fearing being sent to a dreaded relative, bravely sets out on his own. Accompanied only by a stray dog he befriends on the beach, Harry embarks on a desperate journey across the war-torn landscape, encountering both kindness and cruelty as he navigates the harsh realities of survival. This compelling story explores themes of resilience, loneliness, and the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable loss, as Harry searches for a new place to call home and a semblance of peace in a shattered world.