Anna and the Swallow Man

Following in the footsteps of "The Book Thief" and "Wonder", this is that rare literary crossover novel, suitable for readers young and old. It is set during WWII; 7 year old Anna is separated from her father, but meets the Swallow Man - a mystery man, strange and tall who can summon a beautiful swallow down to his hand and stop her from crying. Together in their travels, they will dodge bombs and tame soldiers. This debut reveals life's hardest lessons while celebrating its miraculous possibilities.