Book Series · 2 Books

The War That Saved My Life Books

In order from The War That Saved My Life to The War I Finally Won.

The War That Saved My Life series is a set of 2 chapter books by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, published between 2015 and 2017. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 420 pages. Subjects across the series include orphans, World War II, and physical disabilities.

The War That Saved My Life
The War I Finally Won
The War That Saved My Life
The War That Saved My Life
The War I Finally Won
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First Book in the Series

The War That Saved My Life
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

The War That Saved My Life

By Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

A girl escapes wartime London, seeking freedom from her mother's cruelty.

316 pages· 62,299 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
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Summary: During World War II, ten-year-old Ada escapes her abusive mother to join her brother in the countryside. Taken in by Susan, Ada discovers new freedoms, learning to ride a pony and read. As she watches for German spies, Ada's bond with Susan grows. But will this newfound family withstand the war's challenges, or will Ada be forced back into her mother's grasp? A tale of resilience and hope unfolds as Ada fights for a life beyond her one-room prison.
The complete set

The War That Saved My Life Series

2 books · Published 2015–2017

Series
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The War That Saved My Life

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

A girl escapes wartime London, seeking freedom from her mother's cruelty.

The War I Finally Won

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Amidst war, Ada faces new challenges and questions of trust and identity.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the War That Saved My Life series?

There are 2 books in the War That Saved My Life series. It began with The War That Saved My Life in 2015, and the newest book, The War I Finally Won, was published in 2017.

What ages are the War That Saved My Life books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which War That Saved My Life book is the longest?

The War I Finally Won is the longest book in the series at 67,192 words (416 pages).

Which War That Saved My Life book is the shortest?

The War That Saved My Life is the shortest at 62,299 words (316 pages).

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Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

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