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Elephant Moon

Book • 2012
Elephant Moon is an epic tale of courage and compassion set against the backdrop of World War II in Burma.

The story follows Grace, a British school teacher, as she guides a group of mixed-race orphans through treacherous jungles to safety in India, aided by a herd of elephants.

The novel explores themes of survival, love, and the kindness of strangers amidst war's brutality.

While it has been praised for its historical context and evocative descriptions, some critics have noted issues with character development and plot execution.

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John Sweeney
's 12 books, a best-selling novel set in the war in Burma.
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