Ruby's War

Step into the tumultuous world of World War II with Ruby's War by Johanna Winard, a gripping fiction set against the backdrop of 1942. Ruby, a spirited fifteen-year-old, is relocated to the gritty heart of Lancashire where she finds herself amidst the tensions surrounding a camp of US black troops. As racial prejudices simmer and the war rages on, Ruby navigates her way through the complexities of adolescence, discovering love, forging dangerous friendships, and grappling with moral dilemmas in a chaotic world. This compelling novel, published by Allison & Busby in 2014, spans 320 pages and invites readers to explore themes of courage, identity, and the struggle for justice during one of history's darkest periods. Join Ruby on her journey of self-discovery in a time of turmoil.