PJ Our Way - Just a Girl: A True Story of World War II

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Parent Guide

It’s 1938 and in the past year, Lia’s gone to school in Turin, Milan, and Rome. Mussolini’s laws are making it impossible for Jews to live safely in Italy. Where will she go next?

Ages 9+

Pages 144

Publisher HarperCollins

Last Offered Aug 2026

Awards

Mildred L. Batchelder Award

Average Rating

50 Reviews

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Just a Girl by Nili

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LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!

Review by BunnyO

I read this book last time it came around in 2025. I loved all of the detail and the passionate story of a girl during WWII. YOU should definitely read this! 😍💕

Aug 02, 2026 03:34 PM

I love this book so much!

Review by LiJo

I like how she was brave in so many situations!

Aug 01, 2026 01:30 PM

Amazing

Review by Njb2014

Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Much detail ❤️ the book

Mar 08, 2026 07:43 PM

WOW!!!

Review by Yaffa9

I usually do not like nonfiction , but this book is plain amazing!

Aug 01, 2025 08:24 PM

Lia Levi Just a girl

Review by MiriYum

Short, but good.

Jul 09, 2025 05:08 PM

Just a Girl: A True Story of World War II