A Medal for Leroy x 10

Michael can’t remember his father, an RAF pilot who was killed in a Spitfire battle over the Channel. And his French mother, heartbroken and passionate, doesn’t like to talk about him. But when Michael’s Auntie Snowdrop gives him a medal and a faded photo, a story begins to be told. A hidden story of love and loss, courage and family secrets. A story that will change everything – and show Michael who he really is…

  • A powerful novel from master writer Michael Morpurgo
  • Inspired by the true life of black army officer Walter Tull
  • Michael’s books include War Horse and Private Peaceful
  • Explores themes of identity, family and the legacy of war

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