- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: Puffin Books; 1st edition (6 Jan 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0141318333
- ISBN-13: 978-0141318332
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 69,503 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The bomb was our strength. Our secret weapon. Set in post-war Britain, the story follows 11-year-old Andy and his three friends as they experience a growing-up summer before going on to secondary school. A misunderstanding on the last day at primary school, which results in a terrible injustice, sparks off anger and frustration in the four boys which, after the discovery of an unexploded bomb, leads to a an awful life-changing decision.
About the Author
Nigel Hinton was born and educated in London. Amongst other books, he has written the highly popular Buddy, the Beaver Towers series and The Finders, winner of the Children's Book Award.
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I've never told this story to anyone because when I was twelve I swore an oath in blood that I would never tell it. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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I've never told this story to anyone because when I was twelve I swore an oath in blood that I would never tell it. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Excerpt | Back Cover
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I loved this book. Right from the start you are drawn in to the world of these kids in 1949. You can feel the heat of the summer, see the delights of the bomb site where they play. And you feel with them the series of blows that turn them from innocents into disillusioned kids who look for revenge. The book has got a great period detail but it is the characters and the screw-tight tension of the storyline that lingers in your mind. I couldn't put it down and I've been thinking about it ever since I've finished it. A rare treat.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the best book I've read this year. I loved the characters who were all so sympathetically drawn. I also liked the setting in 1949. It was very interesting to learn about ordinary life for people back then. The book is marketed for children but I can recommend it for adults, too
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I know that kids love this book (one in a long list of books from this author that are hugely appealing to kids)...the big surprise for me was how much I enjoyed it. This is a gem and deserves a very broad readership. The mood and details of place and time are perfect; they're richly evocative and expertly woven into the storytelling. I don't understand one of the reviewers on this site: from page one I was drawn to the vibrant young characters and their lives. It's not a simple story--as an adult reader I just loved the way the complex relationships between the adults and kids unfold. This is an emotionally honest book and therefore lingers on the mind for a long time. It's also as hugely entertaining--a real pager turner because of the plot. Even if you don't have a kid in the house pick this one up for yourself.
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Absolutely Fantastic! Sad to have finished it!
After trying for years to get my 11 year old son to read (trust me, we tried most obvious authors), HE eventually found himself this book and for 2 days, the house was quiet... Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2009 by C. Puri
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This book was inspiring and it is amazing how the author can actually write as if he were the main character. It shows a good and insightful view of Britain after the war. Read more
Published on 28 July 2005 by ScumOfTheEarth
OH MY GOD!!!!
This book was shocking. I recommend you stay away from this. It has no plot and is racist. it did not attract me and I was physically bored just reading the first page. Read more
Published on 15 April 2005 by john peterson
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