The Great Plague

Pamela Oldfield's 'The Great Plague' offers a compelling historical account of the 1665-1666 bubonic plague in London, told through the diary of 13-year-old Alice. This chapter book immerses young readers in one of British history's darkest moments, detailing the spread of the disease, the impact on ordinary families, and the difficult decisions people faced. It's a story of survival, courage, and the devastating effects of a pandemic, culminating just before the Great Fire of London. Parents should be aware that the book deals with themes of illness, death, and peril, making it suitable for children ready for a serious historical narrative.

Seen through the eyes of a 13-year-old girl, this is the story of the bubonic plague in London and how it affected ordinary people. Told in diary format, it covers the year before the Great Fire of London, which ended the threat of the plague.