A Troubled Peace

This historical fiction novel, a sequel to 'Under a War-Torn Sky,' follows 19-year-old American pilot Henry Forester as he grapples with the psychological scars of World War II. Shot down over France and tortured by the Gestapo, Henry returns home but finds no peace until he goes back to a devastated France. His mission: to find Pierre, the young French boy who risked everything to save him. The book vividly portrays the brutal aftermath of war, including widespread starvation, shattered cities, and the return of concentration camp survivors, offering a poignant exploration of trauma, resilience, and the search for internal peace. It is suitable for middle-grade readers aged 10-14, providing a deeply researched and authentic look at a challenging historical period.

When nineteen-year-old fighter pilot Henry Forester comes home from France in 1945 after enduring capture, torture, and a dangerous escape from the Gestapo, he realizes that he will not be able to fully heal until he returns to a war-ravaged France to find the young boy who helped him survive.