Back Home by Michelle Magorian

Set in the aftermath of World War II, this poignant narrative follows a young girl named Rusty who returns to England after spending five years in the United States as an evacuee. Struggling to reconnect with her family and adapt to a country she barely remembers, Rusty faces the challenges of adjusting to a new school, understanding her changed family dynamics, and finding her place in a society recovering from the ravages of war. Through her journey of self-discovery, she learns about resilience, the importance of family, and the complexities of identity and belonging.