The Week at World's End by Emma Carroll pb

It's1962 and the Americans and Russians are arguing over missiles in Cuba. The journey of this story takes place in less than a week and is at the very height of the crisis. Everyday life is littered with references and hushed conversations, and there is a tangible sense of fear. Emma Carroll marks each day with an historical newspaper headline which  punctuates and places the adventure very much in its historical moment - heightening the sense of panic and for me the pace of pages turning.

A wonderful book from a fabulous author.