After the Train
After the Train by Gloria Whelan is a children’s fiction book published by HarperCollins on February 3, 2009. This 160-page edition explores the life of thirteen-year-old Peter Liebig, who is eager for summer and the freedom it brings. Set in Rolfen, West Germany, the story unfolds as Peter navigates his daily life, filled with soccer and time spent with his father, while grappling with the lingering shadows of the past.
As Peter discovers a letter that reveals a troubling secret, he begins to question the seemingly idyllic nature of his town and the narratives surrounding World War II. This mystery and detective story delves into themes of belonging and the impact of history on personal identity. Readers will find a thoughtful exploration of a young boy’s journey as he confronts the complexities of his environment and the truths hidden beneath its calm surface.
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Peter Liebig can’t wait for summer. He’s tired of classrooms, teachers, and the endless lectures about the horrible Nazis. The war has been over for ten years, and besides, his town of Rolfen, West Germany, has moved on nicely. Despite its bombed-out church, it looks just as calm and pretty as ever. There is money to be made at the beach, and there are whole days to spend with Father at his job. And, of course, there’s soccer. Plenty for a thirteen-year-old boy to look forward to.
But when Peter stumbles across a letter he was never meant to see, he unravels a troubling secret. Soon he questions everything—the town’s peaceful nature, his parents’ stories about the war, and his own sense of belonging.
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