When the City Burned, Its People Stood Tall.

Flames Over London

by Robin Wickens

Amidst the Blitz, as firestorms rage across the city, ordinary Londoners find extraordinary courage. Flames Over London is a powerful tale of resilience, unity, and hope in the darkest of nights.

About The Book

When the bombs fall, the city burns—but so too does the courage of those who refuse to give in.

In the heart of the Blitz, London’s streets glow not with lamplight but with firestorms and falling embers. Amidst the chaos, ordinary men and women discover extraordinary strength. From fire wardens clambering across rooftops to save whole streets, to a young nurse racing through rubble-strewn alleys, and families huddled in shelters whispering songs of hope—the story of survival is written not only in history books, but in the hearts of those who lived it.

Flames Over London is a powerful tale of resilience, loss, and unity in the face of devastation. It captures the indomitable spirit of a city under siege, where every act of kindness, every loaf of bread shared, and every fire beaten back by bare hands becomes an act of quiet heroism.

Robs Books

Robin Wickens writes heartfelt, nature-inspired stories for curious children with big imaginations and muddy knees. Blending gentle adventure with meaningful themes, Robin’s books invite young readers to look more closely at the world around them—and at the friends who walk it with them.

Robin Wickens, affectionately known as the Rob of Rob’s Books, is a retired veteran who has seamlessly transitioned from serving his country to captivating imaginations with his literary creations. With a profound passion for fantasy and folklore, Robin’s work often explores mystical realms where mythical creatures thrive and the extraordinary becomes part of everyday life. As both an author and publisher, Robin writes heartfelt, nature-inspired stories for curious children with big imaginations and muddy knees. Blending gentle adventure with meaningful themes, his books invite young readers to look more closely at the world around them—and at the friends who walk it with them. Through Rob’s Books, Robin publishes across a wide range of genres, including: Children’s Picture Books & Chapter Books – whimsical adventures, fairy tales with a twist, humorous mysteries, and magical worlds (Amberwood, Tumbledown Hollow, Wizzlewood Academy, Meadowbrook, and more). Historical Fiction – heartfelt and human WWII stories, Victorian mysteries, and tales of quiet resilience in extraordinary times. Fantasy & Gothic Tales – enchanted adventures, romantasy, and atmospheric Victorian gothic stories. Educational & Activity Books – puzzle books, colouring collections, activity flip books, and creative learning titles for children and families. Cookbooks & Lifestyle – fast and fresh recipe collections, BBQ sauces and dips, natural living, eco-friendly guides, and seasonal remedies. Robin’s vision is simple: to create books that spark imagination, laughter, curiosity, and wonder—stories that children and adults alike will treasure, share, and return to again and again.

More Books by Robs Books

The White Feather

In wartime Britain, a single feather can wound deeper than any weapon.

by Robin Wickens

A moving WWII tale of shame, courage, and resilience, where one young man must fight prejudice on the home front after receiving a white feather of cowardice.

The Blackout Baker

A tale of courage, coded messages, and survival in Blitz-era London

by Robin Wickens

During the Blitz, a widowed London baker turns her humble shop into a safe haven. By night, she hides resistance messages in her pastries—risking everything for love, loyalty, and freedom.

Beneath the Crumbling Sky

by Robin Wickens