Until Tomorrow, Mr. Marsworth

Author: O’Connor, Sheila

Brand: Penguin Random House

Color: Orange

Edition: Reprint

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 384

Release Date: 14-05-2019

Part Number: 0142425540_used

Details: Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, one young girl is determined to save her brother from the draftand gets help from an unlikely sourcein this middle-grade tale, perfect for fans of The Wednesday Wars When eleven-year-old Reenie Kellys mother passes away, she and her brothers are shipped off to live with their grandmother. Adjusting to life in her parents Midwestern hometown isnt easy, but once Reenie takes up a paper route with her older brother Dare, she has something she can look forward to. As they introduce themselves to every home on their route, Reenies stumped by just onethe house belonging to Mr. Marsworth, the town recluse. When he doesnt answer his doorbell, Reenie begins to leave him letters. Slowly, the two become pen pals, striking up the most unlikely of friendships. Through their letters, Reenie tells of her older brother Billy, who might enlist to fight in the Vietnam War. Reenie is desperate to stop him, and when Mr. Marsworth hears this, he knows he cant stand idly by. As a staunch pacifist, Mr. Marsworth offers to help Reenie. Together, they concoct a plan to keep Billy home, though Reenie doesnt know Mr. Marsworths dedication to her cause goes far beyond his antiwar beliefs. In this heartwarming piece of historical fiction, critically acclaimed author Sheila OConnor delivers a tale of devotion, sacrifice, and family.

EAN: 9780142425541

Package Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 1.1 inches

Languages: English