Ideal for 5th-7th graders
Rating: 7/10
This good historical fiction book is filled with facts and photos from the Cold War. I would definitely recommend Countdown by Deborah Wilies.
This story is sure to strike a chord with those living through tough times today.” — Starred review, Publisher’s Weekly
"Wiles scores with both context and character.” — Chicago Tribune
“An extraordinary new book . . . Put this middle grade novel on your MUST read list.” — Lynn Rutman, Booklist Online/Bookends