Set during the Cold War this was a very powerful book and Wiles did a great job of combining history with fiction. The threat of a nuclear bomb has everyone on edge. This book set during the Cold War era tells about a little girl and her family. However, Wiles manages to incorporate real pictures, newspaper clippings, ads and quotes from that era betwen each chapter, that in someway are tied to what is going on in the story. Though the story itself is a work of fiction, the characters are realistic enough that it doesn't matter what age you are you can relate. This is a good example of historical fiction and anyone interested in this genre would definitely enjoy it. Also, after reading the book, you see how appropriate the title is becuase the whole book was like a countdown to the end.
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