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World War II. Hitler is threatening to take over the world. Eddie Carl thinks America should stop him-it's just plain right. But Eddie's too young to fight, and their farm in Illinois is a long way from the fighting. Ellisville, where the big news story is gophers in the graveyard and the new bank alarm. But then America joins the war and Eddie's brother Thomas goes off to fly a bomber. Suddenly the war doesn't seem so far away. And Eddie faces more grown-up problems at home: A fire that might be arson, Grampa Rob all stubborn and mean, Grama Lucy hiding something. And that redhead Sarah definitely likes him-unless maybe she hates him. Eddie's in the middle of it all, trying to figure out what's right. Let Thomas fight World War II. Eddie's war is right here in Ellisville.

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A poignant look at boyhood... A quick, excellent read. -Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books of 2011 Free verse vignettes will appeal to reluctant readers... Very highly recommended. -Children's Literature Beautifully phrased and vividly revealing of character... An authentic window into the past -Horn Book, recommended verse narratives Eddie's reflections... connect the larger peaceful aspirations of a postwar world with the simple individual dreams of a teen. -School Library Journal Beautifully written prose vignettes. -Bankstreet Best Books of 2012 Saller's command of style and character development excels... The author has an excellent website... This would be an ideal choice for class discussions or book groups. -Catholic Library World A cumulative portrait of a tightly interlocked community, where routine, patriotism, and neighborly support cannot always confine darker attitudes and deeds to the shadows. The contemplative tone of the entries and the misplaced accusations against an innocent man are reminiscent of Betsy Byars' Keeper of the Doves. -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books True and tender. -Nikki Grimes, the poetry zone

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Carol Fisher Saller grew up not far from Ellisville in the bigger city of Peoria. She lives in Chicago, where she is a contributing editor to The Chicago Manual of Style. Honors for Eddie's War include Bankstreet Best Books of the Year, Kirkus Best Books, Horn Book Recommended Verse Narratives, and Chicago Public Library's Best Teen Fiction.

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