KNYGA Dan Smith Nisha's War

Discover the gripping tale of survival and family bonds in Nisha's War by Dan Smith. Published by Chicken House Ltd in 2022, this captivating paperback spans 368 pages and transports readers to the tumultuous backdrop of Malaya's war. Nisha and her mother, Amma, escape the chaos to seek refuge at her father's ancestral home in England. However, life in her new surroundings is anything but easy. Nisha must navigate the strict rules imposed by her stern grandmother while grappling with the haunting presence of a ghost child who beckons her from a weeping tree atop a cliff. This beautifully written story intertwines themes of courage, cultural identity, and the struggle to find one's place in a world torn apart by conflict. Perfect for young readers and anyone who enjoys poignant, thought-provoking narratives, Nisha's War is a must-read that will leave you reflecting long after the last page.