Grenade: A World at War. A Boy on His Own

Grenade: A World at War. A Boy on His Own by Alan Gratz is a powerful historical fiction novel set during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II. Written by bestselling author Alan Gratz, the story follows Hideki, a young Okinawan boy forced into service for the Japanese army, carrying grenades and facing impossible choices as war consumes his homeland. At the same time, American Marine Ray Majors struggles through the brutal realities of combat from the opposing side. As the lives of the two boys move toward a dramatic intersection, readers are given a gripping and emotional look at the human cost of war. Fast-paced and deeply moving, Grenade explores courage, survival, fear, and the tragic impact of conflict on ordinary people. A compelling read for young adults and adults alike, especially fans of military history and wartime fiction.

Hardcover, Very Good