Flight

In "Flight," Vanessa Harbour tells the gripping story of a Jewish boy named Jakob and a Roma girl named Kizzy as they embark on a perilous journey through the mountains of Austria in 1945, leading horses to escape the looming threat of the Nazis. When an SS officer's arrival at a stable forces them to flee, Jakob and his guardian realize their lives depend on navigating treacherous territory. Joined by Kizzy, they face life-threatening challenges and search for safety, all while embodying themes of courage, friendship, and the fight for freedom. Inspired by a true mission, this middle-grade historical fiction novel captures the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.