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  • Published: 5 March 2019
  • ISBN: 9780143794042
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 176
  • RRP: $16.99

A Great Escape




Set in Cold War Germany, A Great Escape is a story of true-life heroism and the unbreakable bonds of family, by the acclaimed author of Fearless Frederic and The Boy and the Spy.

It's a great escape, but will Peter survive it?

When Peter's family leaves for a trip across the border, he stays behind. So when the government builds a wall through the city, guarded by soldiers, tanks and ferocious dogs, he's trapped. Everyone says he might never see his family again. But Peter has a courageous plan . . .

  • Published: 5 March 2019
  • ISBN: 9780143794042
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 176
  • RRP: $16.99

About the author

Felice Arena

Felice Arena is one of Australia's best-loved children's writers. He is the author and creator of many popular and award-winning children's books for all ages, including the acclaimed historical adventures The Boy and the Spy, Fearless Frederic, The Great Escape and The Unstoppable Flying Flanagan, which was longlisted for the ARA Historical Novel Prize. His series include the bestselling Specky Magee books and the popular Andy Roid and Sporty Kids series.

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Awards & recognition

CBCA Book of the Year Awards

Notable Book  •  2020  •  Young Readers

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