RED SCARE
Liam Francis Walsh, illustrated by Liam Francis Walsh
Set in 1953, Liam Francis Walsh’s graphic novel follows Peggy, a girl recovering from polio who uses crutches and faces bullying at school. Her community is also gripped by rumors of Communist spies. When Peggy discovers a mysterious object that allows her to fly, she hopes it will solve her problems. Instead, the discovery draws her into danger involving FBI agents, strange spies, and alien invaders. The story combines Cold War history with science-fiction adventure, placing Peggy’s resourcefulness against both the fears of her neighbors and the people pursuing the object.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 2 editions from 2 organizations.
