A well-written, gripping novel with intense emotional involvement
The Bakehouse
A warm, powerful novel about war – not set in a warzone, but instead in suburban New Zealand.
Written by Joy Cowley
Available as an ebook wherever you buy your ebooks
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Description
In The Bakehouse, Bert wants nothing more than be old enough to fight in the war—to handle weapons, defend his country, and have a life filled with adventure. Little does he know that the secrets and danger of war don’t always stay at the front line, and that one boy’s actions can change everything.
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Book Details
Country of Origin New Zealand Reader Age 11-14 year, 8-12 year Book Size ISBN
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Reviews
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Dominion Post (NZ), August 2015 –
A sophisticated, no nonsense novel . Joy Cowley superbly recreates the war time atmosphere in New Zealand.
The Children’s Bookshop (NZ), August 2015 –
A powerful, multi-layered story, with vivid characters, warm portrayals of family life and poses a real moral dilemma.
Magpies (Aus/NZ), July 2015 –
A well-written, gripping novel with intense emotional involvement in a well-drawn historical background. It is in the same class as the best of Maurice Gee’s historical novels for young adults.
My Best Friends Are Books (NZ), July 2015 –
A brilliant, multi-layered novel about secrets, lies and how the consequences of one boy’s actions ripple throughout his family. . A must-read book from a New Zealand legend
Otago Daily Times (NZ), July 2015 –
Delving into the themes of patriotism, sacrifice and loyalty there is also a whole heap of information about life in New Zealand during World War 2, making this perfect for the classroom.
The Source (Australia), June 2015 –
A powerful novel which draws readers into the moral conundrum which confronts several of the characters. Joy Cowley’s gripping narrative is a convincing re-creation of wartime life on the Home Front, with strong female characters who interact plausibly.
Around the Bookshops (NZ), April 2015 –
This book arrived in my box on Saturday and I spent all that afternoon greedily gobbling it up, then, on Sunday, I read it again to slowly savor every word. Recommended.