The story of two young boys who decide that the mother of one of them is a German spy, and spend every minute of their spare time following her to catch her out. The truth comes out slowly, and what seems at the outset to be a silly, childish game turns darker and more disturbing, and eventually ruins friendships and lives. A very funny book which becomes frightening and finally very moving. Wonderful!
(Julie Higgins - bwl 33 February 2006 ) |
