Release date is 2014-06-24

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"The Boy Allies with Pershing in France; Or, Over the Top at Chateau Thierry" by Clair W. Hayes is a historical adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of World War I, following young characters Hal Paine and Chester Crawford as they engage in daring escapades on the front lines. The book explores themes of bravery and heroism, focusing on the challenges faced by these boy soldiers amidst the brutality of war. The opening of the story introduces Hal and Chester as they take cover in a shell hole in No Man's Land on a tense day in March 1918. They contemplate their precarious situation, surrounded by enemy fire, and plan a strategic escape back to the American lines. This initial scene sets the stage for their wartime experiences, characterized by rapid action and quick thinking. As they prepare to make their daring move, they unexpectedly confront German soldiers, leading to an intense firefight where their courage shines through as they capture one of the enemy, hinting at the thrilling adventures yet to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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