Hitler's Canary - Softcover

"There are not many classic children's novels about the Second World War but this is one of them. Toksvig's enchanting and inspiring tale reminds us of how even the smallest people made a difference" (Amanda Craig The Times)

"There are several heart-stopping moments but overall the story is told with a light touch and many moments of humour" (The Bookseller)

"On the evidence of this warm and enlightening tale, Sandi Toksvig is as skilled at writing for children as she is for adults . . . Toksvig manages to lace the action with plenty of humour but without trivialising the momentous events" (Waterstone's Books Quarterly)

"A must-read for any pupil studying World War II and any pupil looking for a truly remarkable "real-life" story to inspire and delight" (Teaching & Learning)

"A suspenseful, humane story" (Nicolette Jones The Sunday Times)

Bamse is used to drama: his mother is a famous actress, and his best friend Anton is one of the most daring boys in Denmark. When the German troops invade, Bamse doesn't know how to act: should he stay out of trouble - or follow his brother into the resistance and take the most demanding role of his life?

A tale of daring rescue inspired by the experiences of Sandi Tokvig's father during the Second World War.

'An extraordinary story... truly life-affirming' Michael Morpurgo

'There are not many classic children's novels about the Second World War but this is one of them. Toksvig's enchanting and inspiring tale reminds us of how even the smallest people make a difference' Amanda Craig, The Times

'A page-turner written with warmth and wit, not to mention a keen narrative sense' Time Out

'Racily written and full of comic incident as well as suspense' Independent

'Brilliantly told... never loses sight of the child's view of war' Guardian

'Funny and gripping' Funday Times