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Spies in the Sky

Inspired by the true story of the pigeons who went to war

by Beverley McWilliams
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Sometimes we must do things we don't want to, even if they frighten us. Royal Blue is a royal racing pigeon from a long line of champions. Every morning he wakes in his comfortable loft at Sandringham House, eats the very best seeds and spends the day training with his best friend to be the fastest and strongest pigeon in Britain. But there's a war going on, and things are changing. Then one day the King himself comes to the loft and chooses Blue for a very special assignment. As Blue goes on missions, helping with rescues, carrying secret messages and facing dangers he never could have imagined, one thing will become clear: never underestimate a pigeon.

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  • Release date

    October 31, 2023

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9780645869118

    • EPUB ebook

      • ISBN: 9780645869118
      • File size: 6911 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Books+Publishing

      September 6, 2023
      Inspired by the little-known story of the British National Pigeon Service, a volunteer organisation of pigeon breeders who provided their animals for military service during WWII, Spies in the Sky by Beverley McWilliams is a surprising take on the war genre for children. Perfect for fans of Katrina Nannestad and Morris Gleitzman, this novel takes the reader on a journey through daunting missions and daring rescues, all through the eyes of a feathered creature: the humble pigeon. Royal Blue is the bird at the centre of this heartfelt tale, and his path—from prized royal racing pigeon living a quiet life at Sandringham House to a war hero—will resonate with young readers who like both history and animal stories. Royal Blue is a charming narrator, and his bravery and resilience in the face of the horrors of war are truly heart-wrenching. The illustrations by Martina Heiduczek dotted throughout the novel help bring this engaging story to life. A self-confessed lifelong lover of pigeons, McWilliams includes details about the real-life war heroes at the end of the book, including photographs and biographies for several birds, a glossary, and information about the Animals in War Memorial in Hyde Park, London. Curious readers aged 8+ will be inspired to do their own research into this fascinating part of history and are sure to learn that you should never underestimate a pigeon.

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  • OverDrive Read
  • EPUB ebook

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  • English

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