Millie Bobby Brown has already amassed significant recognition and accomplishments early in her career and she is poised to add another title to her already impressive portfolio. Since her debut on ABC in 2013, Once Upon a Time in WonderlandThe young actress’s popularity has only grown by landing a role in the critically acclaimed Netflix series. very strange thingswhich made her name famous. And now, at the age of 19, she will publish her first novel by HarperCollins William Morrow, which will be released this fall. Name nineteen stepsthe historical novel is heavily inspired by the story of the Brown family during World War II, especially her grandmother Ruth, who survived the Bethnal Green tube station disaster in the 1940s.

The actress’s publisher said it was “an epic tale of love, loss and secrets” that Brown’s debut novel will follow 18-year-old Nellie Morris, who lives with her family in Bethnal Green during World War II. In the midst of another chapter in her life, “fascinated by the idea of ​​a wider world,” she met an American pilot, Ray, who was nearby at Bethnal Green station. However, an air raid on the station killed hundreds of people, including children, with disastrous consequences. Watching her world tear apart before her eyes, and her hopes gradually dimmed, “Nellie discovers that, no matter what, love and happiness can prevail.”

In her statement, the actress shared that her book is something personal and definitely close to her heart, especially since she drew inspiration from her Nanny Ruth. She added: “I grew up listening to stories about how she survived the war. I am honored to preserve her story.” Executive Editor Liz Steinon the other hand, stated that she was extremely moved by the novel’s poignant narrative, adding that “heartfelt and heartbreaking” the novel is “a tender, inspiring tale of female resilience and the human spirit.”

Enola Holmes with a bow and arrow in Enola Holmes 2.

Brown has appeared in various films and television shows, including Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Enola HolmesAnd godzilla vs kongin addition to the appearance of the episode in maritime police, modern familyAnd Grey’s Anatomy. Apart from acting, she also immersed herself in the production of her film. Enola Holmes, as well as its continuation. And now the 19-year-old actress will venture into new territory, this time using her pen and her talent for storytelling, with the release of nineteen steps 12-th of September.

In addition to his debut novel, Brown will also star in Joe And Anthony Russoupcoming sci-fi movie, Electric Statestarring Chris PrattStanley Tucci, Ke Hui Quan, etc. Giancarlo Esposito.

nineteen steps will come out this fall. In the meantime, check out our interview with Brown below: