Secret Soldiers

In Secret Soldiers, thirteen-year-old Thomas, a coal miner, lies about his age to join the Claykickers, a crew of tunnelers on the Allied front lines during the Great War, in search of his missing brother. Alongside three other inexperienced soldier boys, Thomas navigates the dangers of underground warfare, where their internal squabbles may pose as much danger as the enemy. As they dig deeper, they not only confront life-threatening challenges but also discover what it means to become brothers. This middle-grade historical adventure by Keely Hutton highlights themes of strength, perseverance, and love.