by Luis Alberto Urrea
Reviewed by Janet:
Inspired by his mother’s wartime experiences, the author immerses us in the little-known work of the Donut Dollies and their Clubmobiles, who served on the front lines during World War II, providing comfort and a taste of home (literally) to the boys at the front. With their coffee, donuts, and popular dance tunes on the phonograph, Irene and Dorothy start serving at air fields in Britain, and then follow the war into France and beyond. A heart-wrenching story of heroism, friendship, and courage.