Grenade

In 1945, during World War II, Hideki, a young Japanese soldier, is drafted to fight for the Japanese army. He is handed a grenade and instructed to kill an American soldier. Ray, a young American Marine, has just landed on Okinawa and is in his first battle. The two soldiers collide in the middle of the battle, and their choices will change everything. Grenade is a high-octane story of fear, war, and hope, exploring the emotional consequences of war and the power of redemption.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 03 January 2019
\n Publisher: Scholastic
\n

Alan Gratz, the New York Times bestselling author of Refugee, returns with a powerful and thought-provoking story that explores the profound impact of fear and war on human relationships, while also highlighting the strength of hope and redemption. Set in 1945, amidst the backdrop of World War II, the novel takes us to the island of Okinawa, near Japan, where Hideki, a young Japanese man, finds himself drafted into the Japanese army. With a grenade in his hand and a set of instructions to kill an American soldier, Hideki embarks on a harrowing journey across the island, facing countless ambushes and dangerous traps. Alongside him is Ray, a young American Marine, who has just landed on Okinawa for his first-ever battle. Ray is filled with uncertainty and fear, unsure of whether he will make it out alive. As Hideki and Ray each fight their way across the island, they come face to face in the middle of the battle, and their choices in that single instant will change everything. Gratz's writing is intense and fast-paced, drawing the reader into the heart of the action and immersing them in the gritty realities of war. The characters are well-developed and relatable, with their struggles and triumphs resonating deeply. Through their journey, Gratz explores the complexities of loyalty, sacrifice, and the human capacity for both compassion and violence. Grenade is a compelling and emotionally charged novel that sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of World War II. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of adversity. Highly recommended for readers of all ages.

\n Weight: 204g\n
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781407194172\n \n