Andi's War begins with a foreword that helps the reader understand the historical setting and plot. Although the information now appears dated, it is necessary because of the complexity of events described in the book. Billi Rosen also creates a sense of foreboding within her foreword when she concludes by saying: "Me, I look at the hills and keep my fingers crossed." Does this mean that this could happen again? All things are possible for people never change.

Foreshadowing and a sense of foreboding and darkness linger deeply within the atmosphere of the novel. The most exquisite example of this is the use of the folk tale at the beginning of the novel which creates the mood of the novel by stating that "this is a different kind of story." The tale outlines two of the most important themes, fear and betrayal, and ultimately prepares the...