Michael doesn’t remember his father, who died in a Spitfire over the English Channel. And his mother, heartbroken and passionate, doesn’t like to talk about him. But then Michael’s aunt gives him a medal and a photograph, which begin to reveal a hidden story.

Inspired by the true story of Walter Tull, the first black officer in the British army, the book delves into Michael’s quest to understand his heritage and the sacrifices made by his ancestors. As he uncovers a hidden history through a medal and a photograph given to him by his aunt, Michael grapples with a legacy of love, loss, and the unacknowledged valor of his grandfather. It’s a richly layered tale that resonates with readers long after the last page is turned