Stay Where You Are and Then Leave
Stay Where You Are and Then Leave
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Brief
Beta247
Novel • Fiction
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Children`s LiteratureLondon, England • 1910s
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World History2013
YA
9-12 years
880L
Super Short Summary
Stay Where You Are and Then Leave by John Boyne follows a young person, Alfie, during World War I as they navigate their experiences with family and discovery. Alfie's father is away at war, influencing Alfie's life significantly. As the war unfolds, Alfie learns more about resilience, hope, and the impact of the conflict on loved ones.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Hopeful
Emotional
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Stay Where You Are and Then Leave by John Boyne is commended for its heartfelt portrayal of a young boy's perspective during WWI. Readers appreciate its emotional depth and historical nuance. However, some critics note the narrative's predictability. Themes of family, war, and resilience resonate, making it both educational and touching.
Who Should Read Stay Where You Are and Then Leave?
A reader who enjoyed The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne or War Horse by Michael Morpurgo would enjoy Stay Where You Are and Then Leave. This reader appreciates historical fiction with a poignant look at World War I, focusing on family, resilience, and the perspective of a young protagonist.
12,685 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
247
Novel • Fiction
•
Children`s LiteratureLondon, England • 1910s
•
World History2013
YA
9-12 years
880L
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