The fighting rages in France, and posters all over London demand that young men should join up. Even Bella shares the excitement: surely there’s something more she can do than just work in a munitions factory?
But Luke, Bella’s twin brother, has other feelings - feelings that are bound to bring great trouble on him and the family. Because nobody has much sympathy for a conscientious objector. Perhaps the only answer is to go on the run.
A fascinating, unusual story of one young man’s attempt to stick out for what he believes is right.