Red Scare

Red ScareDiscover an exhilarating adventure in the gripping novel that captures the essence of resilience and bravery during one of America's most tumultuous times. This captivating story follows an ingenious 11 year old girl, Peggy, as she navigates the chilling atmosphere of the Red Scare era. Set against the backdrop of post Korean War America, Peggy faces extreme anti Communist sentiments that permeate her small town. While grappling with personal

Discover an exhilarating adventure in the gripping novel that captures the essence of resilience and bravery during one of America's most tumultuous times. This captivating story follows an ingenious 11-year-old girl, Peggy, as she navigates the chilling atmosphere of the Red Scare era. Set against the backdrop of post-Korean War America, Peggy faces extreme anti-Communist sentiments that permeate her small town. While grappling with personal challenges from polio and the taunts of her classmates, she finds unexpected hope and power when she discovers a mysterious object that grants her the ability to fly.

As Peggy embarks on a thrilling quest, she unwittingly attracts the attention of dangerous agents from both American and Soviet governments, bent on seizing the extraordinary object for their own agendas. With rich storytelling and compelling character development, this narrative beautifully illustrates themes of courage, friendship, and the fight for understanding amidst fear. Perfect for young readers and anyone looking for an enthralling tale that intertwines history with fantasy, this book promises to be a page-turner from start to finish.

Each copy is brand new, published by Scholastic Inc., and features 240 engaging pages of adventure and excitement. Don't miss the chance to explore Peggy's world during the Cold War and witness her extraordinary journey. Fast shipping and delivery options available, ensuring your new favorite book arrives promptly to your doorstep, ready for reading.

CONDITION: Brand New
ISBN: 9781338167085
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC
Number of Pages 240

A page-turning adventure featuring a clever 11-year-old girl who must, against all odds, protect her family and town during the height of the communist red scare. In the aftermath of the Korean War, Peggy's small hometown is rife with anti-Communist hysteria. But Peggy has bigger... problems: She's struggling to recover from polio. Taunted by her classmates, Peggy just wants to be a normal kid, until she stumbles across a mysterious object that gives her the power to fly. Unscrupulous operatives from the American and Soviet governments seek the object to overturn the tense political stalemate, and Peggy finds herself smack in the middle of the Cold War arms race.Read less