Once

Morris Gleitzman

In the heart of Nazi-occupied Poland, a young boy named Felix finds his world shattered when the books he cherishes are targeted for destruction. Forced to flee the orphanage, he embarks on a perilous journey to find his parents, armed only with his extraordinary gift for storytelling. As Felix navigates the dangers of 1942, his resilience and imagination become his greatest assets in a desperate search for family and hope. This poignant tale explores themes of survival, the power of narrative, and the enduring human spirit against overwhelming odds.