Beautiful Blue World

By Suzanne LaFleur

Book #1 in the Beautiful Blue World series

In a war-torn land, children hold the key to victory, but at what cost to friendship?

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240 pages· 42,338 words· Est. 6 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In the war-ravaged land of Sofarende, twelve-year-old Mathilde faces a dire choice. Her best friend Megs considers joining the army, a decision that could save her family but might tear their friendship apart. As children become pivotal in the battle, Mathilde must navigate a world where even kindness is a weapon. Will their bond survive the ultimate test, or will the war claim more than just their innocence? Dive into a gripping tale where the power of youth challenges the harsh realities of conflict.

From the publisher

Beautiful Blue World is a thrilling and moving story of children who become the key to winning a war. Sofarende is at war. For twelve-year-old Mathilde, it means food shortages, feuding neighbors, and bombings. Even so, as long as she and her best friend, Megs, are together, they’ll be all right. But the army is recruiting children, and paying families well for their service. If Megs takes the test, Mathilde knows she will pass. Megs hopes the army is the way to save her family. Mathilde fears it might separate them forever. This touching and suspenseful novel is a brilliant reimagining of war, where even kindness can be a weapon, and children have the power to see what adults cannot. Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year, Outstanding Merit ILA-CBC Choices Reading Lists, Teacher’s ChoiceJunior Library Guild Selection Nominated for multiple state awards

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