A pageturning mystery about bravery and brotherhood among evacuees in the Second World War from an prizewinning author. September 1939.When Jimmy is evacuated to a small village in Wales it couldnt be more different from London. Green quiet and full of strangers he instantly feels out of place. But then he finds a skull hidden in a tree and suddenly the valley is more frightening than the war. Who can Jimmy trust His brother is too little his best friend has changed. Finding an ally in someone he never expects they set out together to uncover the secrets that lie with the skull. What they discover will change Jimmy and the village forever.A perfect book for readers of 9 and over who love Michael Morpurgos stories.Beautifully told. This appealing book is about losses healed lies uncovered cruelty defeated and goodness rewarded The Sunday Times