Caught in the Crossfire (Chronicles of Courage): A Novel of the Bangladesh War of 1971 By Lesley D. Biswas

A RIVETING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING MIDDLE-GRADE HISTORICAL NOVEL ABOUT FRIENDSHIP, COURAGE, AND RESILIENCE AMID THE TURMOIL OF THE 1971 WAR.

Ages 9 and up. Dhiman is thrilled when he gets to meet Ruhul, a refugee who has fled from East Pakistan. While he and his classmates are initially buzzing with the naive excitement of looming conflict, Ruhul’s friendship gives Dhiman a profound, deeply personal insight into the realities of the crisis.

Soon, however, the war hits devastatingly close to home when Dhiman’s journalist father mysteriously disappears across the border to cover the frontline events. Amid rising tensions and a family crisis at home involving his mother, aunt, and uncle, Dhiman finds himself turning to the one person who truly understands the gravity of the situation: Ruhul. Together, the two boys embark on a daring journey to search for Dhiman’s missing father in a neighboring land already torn apart by war. Part of the acclaimed Chronicles of Courage series—which explores defining post-independence moments that shaped the nation—award-winning author Lesley D. Biswas delivers a vivid, emotionally resonant depiction of a society in transition and a young boy finding his true bravery.

Why this book is a must-have:

• Acclaimed Series: Part of the powerful Chronicles of Courage collection highlighting defining moments in modern history.

• Award-Winning Authorship: Written by acclaimed author Lesley D. Biswas, known for bringing complex historical events to life for young readers.

• Profound Themes: Explores courage, empathy, refugee experiences, family dynamics, and the human cost of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.

• Essential Young Reader Fiction: A must-have for middle-grade readers (ages 9+), history enthusiasts, and school libraries looking for impactful historical fiction.

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