The Boy at the Top of the Mountain by John Boyne, the author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, is another extraordinary historical fiction about World War II and innocence in the face of evil.
When Pierrot becomes an orphan, he must leave his home in Paris for a new life with his aunt Beatrix, a servant in a wealthy Austrian household. But this is no ordinary time, for it is 1935 and the Second World War is fast approaching; and this is no ordinary house, for this is the Berghof, the home of Adolf Hitler.
Pierrot is quickly taken under Hitler's wing and thrown into an increasingly dangerous new world: a world of terror, secrets, and betrayal from which he may never be able to escape.
"With skill and emotional detachment, Boyne tells Pieter’s story through descriptions and dialogue that are concise, spare, and vivid . . . . Pieter’s traumatic childhood, infatuation and interactions with Hitler, adolescent angst, and destructive choices will captivate teens and prompt thought-provoking discussion." ―School Library Journal, starred review
"Boyne’s (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, 2006) story is unarguably a powerful one with an often visceral impact." ―Booklist
"A compelling account of the attractions of power, the malleability of youth and the terrible pain of a life filled with regret." ―The Guardian
"John Boyne delivers a poignant tale of innocence ruined by Nazism. This is a story full of suspense and heartbreak that will leave readers wanting more. Compare this book to The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." ―School Library Connection
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9781250115058
Book Description Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 1250115051
Book Description Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Boy at the Top of the Mountain 0.4. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9781250115058
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # BKZN9781250115058
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition. Seller Inventory # bk1250115051xvz189zvxnew
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published. Seller Inventory # 353-1250115051-new
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLING22Oct2018170077762
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9781250115058
Book Description PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # WB-9781250115058
Book Description paperback. Condition: New. Language: ENG. Seller Inventory # 9781250115058