"The Eleventh Orphan" by Joan Lingard tells the poignant story of a young boy named George who is a resident in an orphanage during the aftermath of World War II. With a backdrop of loss and survival, George discovers he is the eleventh child of the “eleventh orphan,” drawing him into a web of mystery surrounding his family’s past. As he navigates the challenges of life without parents, George embarks on a quest to uncover his identity and reclaim his heritage. The narrative weaves themes of hope, resilience, and the search for belonging in a world marked by uncertainty. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 192 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Catnip Publishing Ltd .

Joan Lingard was born in Edinburgh but grew up in Belfast. She has had a long and varied career in children's books, and was awarded the M. B. E, in 1998 for services to children's literature. She writes with equal success for teenagers, adults and the very young.