“But Hazel also knew that stories didn’t belong to anyone. They were everywhere.”

Set in war torn London during World War II and 20 years later, this novel is about story, imagination, family, and love. When Flora, 6 years old, disappears everything changes - especially for her older sister, 15 year old Hazel. I enjoyed reading this story and getting new perspective on the child evacuees (millions) through a few families. I also really like books about books. Some of the negative ways faith and religion were used were a turnoff for me, and will prevent me from recommending this novel to friends.