💗 WHEN THE SKY FALLS by Phil Earle
PAPERBACK
Author: Â Phil Earle
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WHEN THE SKY FALLS is a powerful and unforgettable story of friendship, fear, and courage set during the Second World War. Inspired by a true story, the novel follows Joseph, a young boy sent away from home to live in a bombed and dangerous city.
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Joseph is taken in by Mrs F, a tough and distant woman whose heart belongs to her struggling zoo - and to Adonis, a magnificent silverback gorilla. At first, Joseph feels lonely and unwanted, but slowly he forms an extraordinary bond with Adonis. In the midst of air raids and constant danger, their friendship becomes a source of comfort and strength.
As the war intensifies and bombs fall closer, the risk grows that Adonis could be set loose in terror and confusion. The story builds toward a tense and emotional climax, asking what it truly means to protect those you care about when everything feels out of control.
Phil Earle’s writing is vivid, compassionate, and deeply moving. When the Sky Falls is perfect for readers who enjoy emotional historical fiction and animal stories with real heart. It’s a novel that stays with you long after the final page, celebrating bravery, kindness, and the power of friendship in the darkest of times.
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