That night, when they came to pick up my little brother and me, my uncle and aunt told us they were taking us to a house that would protect us from the fighting. Yet this house isn’t at the bottom of a cave. It isn’t on top of a mountain, underwater, or in the middle of the forest. It’s neither a mansion nor a castle, much less a cabin. It’s a chameleon house: from the outside, it looks just like all the other houses in the neighborhood, and the lady who welcomes us there is nothing like a spy or a ninja. It will be our refuge. A hidden house…
Through powerful text and sublime illustrations, The Hideaway gives a voice to the children and mothers who find refuge in these hidden houses, where their journey toward a new life begins.
From 8 years old
Winner - 2026 Espiègle Award - 5-11 years old
