Across the Minefields
Across the Minefields
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Across the Minefields

Written by Pamela D. Toler and W. N. Brown & illustrated by James Bernardin
Book #6 in the Great Escapes Series
Hardcover
$16.99
$15.97
8 - 12
Reading age
128
Page count
142
Words per page
~888L
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Sep 14, 2021
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Are you ready for some of the most exciting, death-defying escape stories ever told? The sixth installment in the Great Escapes series is here–perfect for fans of the I Survived series!June, 1942–Libya. Free French Officer Susan Travers was one of the few women on the frontlines in Africa during World War Two. After the Germans surrounded the military camp of Bir Hakeim, a shocking order was issued. The French troops were going to break out in the middle of the night–crossing through dangerous minefields and enemy territory–to reach their British allies. And Officer Travers would be leading the charge.With the lives of thousands of military men at risk, stakes were high. But Officer Travers didn’t face rejection and break gender barriers to back down now. Her country needed her to fight. And win. For reluctant readers to total bookworms, this gripping historical fiction story–featuring fascinating bonus content and captivating illustrations–will leave you eager to read the whole series!

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780062860699
    Publication Date
    September 14, 2021
    Publisher
    HarperCollins
    Original Publication Date
    August 31, 2021
    Page Count
    128
    Words Per Page
    142
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~888L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~U
    ATOS® Book Level
    5.7
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    3
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    514618
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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