This last February (2022) Yela Skalietska turned twelve . A few days later her world was bombed- literally bombed as she lived in the Ukraine when the Russians attacked. This tells her story. A story of a brave young lady who has gone through things no adult should suffer, let alone a child. Of uncertainty like no other, of war right on your doorstep at a time when all she should be worrying about is which friend she is going out with.
A chance comment by her grandmother, whom she lives with, sets Yeva on a path which not only saves her life but brings her story into the spotlight. It's a short read and one for any age- aimed at the childrens market but brings home the realities to all. A harrowing story with thankfully Yeva and her grandmother being safe but living knowing that their friends and relatives and city are still being targeted. There's photographs through the book showing Yeva’s flat and of her in her new environment and of their journey west. This is most certainly a book to remember. A brave young lady who through her age tells it exactly as it is without the trappings of adulthood. A truly wonderful memorable read.
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