Description
A thrilling and empowering WWII adventure set in the powder keg atmosphere of Cairo, with an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.
About the Author
Sufiya Ahmed worked in advertising and in the House of Commons before becoming a full-time author. In 2010 she set up the BIBI Foundation, which arranges visits to the Houses of Parliament for children from underprivileged backgrounds. Sufiya has written several children's books including My Story: Noor-Un-Nissa Inayat Khan, Secrets of the Henna Girl, The Famous Five Colour Short Stories and Under the Great Plum Tree which was longlisted for the UK Literacy Association Book Awards. Follow Sufiya on Twitter: @sufiyaahmed
Reviews
It's a thrilling, action-packed, information-filled, double-triple-crossing, rip-roaring adventure! * Dan Smith, author of My Brother's Secret and Nisha's War *
It's an exotic adventure! With diverse representation, Sufiya's books are SO important as they put a spotlight on the contribution that other communities made to the war effort. Another must for all school libraries! You'll love Rosie! * A.M. Dassu, author of Boy, Everywhere *
Children in Key Stage 2 will be captivated by this WWII story because it gives a perspective from a different part of the Empire and also highlights how war can divide opinions. This book would be a fantastic aid for history topics linked to WWII or even PSHE and RE. * ReadingZone *
Excitement, mystery and adventure in WW2 Cairo written by the brilliant Sufiya Ahmed and beautifully illustrated by Hazem Asif. * Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home and The Impossible Island *
What a triumph! The "whodunnit" kept me guessing throughout. Love the mix of cultures amidst WWII. Important points raised about artefacts and British appropriation but in child-friendly way. * Vicky Fenton, Headteacher *
PRAISE FOR ROSIE RAJA: CHURCHILL'S SPY Gripping, such a brilliant, fresh addition to the shelf. * Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse *
PRAISE FOR ROSIE RAJA: CHURCHIILL'S SPY Perfect for fans of war-time historical fiction. I loved Rosie's story. * Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha and the Spirit Bird *
PRAISE FOR ROSIE RAJA: CHURCHILL'S SPY A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure. * Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who Speaks Bear *
Book Information
ISBN 9781801990103
Author Sufiya Ahmed
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Bloomsbury Education
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC