Private Peaceful

World War I is a time in history which fascinates me. I've often looked at this book in the school library and mentally put it on my 'Must Read' list. I never got around to it until now. What a treat! 'Private Peaceful' by Michael Morpurgo tells the story of Thomas Peaceful, a private in the British Army. His story is written in flashbacks as he seeks to relive his life through one sleepless night. It isn't action packed or a riveting page turner, but it's so beautifully written it doesn't need to be. I finished with tears in my eyes, and that to me is the sign of a great book. I loved it!