The Second World War has ended, but Henry is fighting his own battles. He misses his father, who died a war hero, and his only distraction is the cinema. But everything is about to change.

When Henry develops an old camera film he uncovers a mystery and events spiral until his life resembles the drama of the big screen. Like a bomb waiting to explode, Henry's discovery will shatter his world...

A powerful, gripping and truly epic story that won the Costa Children's Book Award 2008.

Richard Mitchley has worked in theatres nationwide and recorded many radio plays and stories. TV appearances include Doctor Who and Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. He has also worked as a director, audio producer and as an announcer for Channel 4.