Cold War on Maplewood Street

In this gripping tale, Joanna grapples with her brother Sam's decision to join the navy, feeling betrayed after he breaks a promise never to leave her. As news of the Cuban missile crisis unfolds, her personal struggles with growing up—such as facing new social situations and her feelings about a boy—are overshadowed by the looming threat of war. Through this powerful narrative, the story explores themes of loyalty, fear, and the complexities of growing up in uncertain times.