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Description
The novel follows Hetty, a young slave, and Sarah, the daughter of a wealthy Charleston family, beginning on Sarah's eleventh birthday when she is given Hetty as a gift. The story spans thirty-five years as both women navigate the constraints of slavery and freedom in antebellum America. It explores their complex relationship and parallel quests for autonomy and self-determination.
Quick Summary
A remarkable story follows two girls who should be enemies one born into wealth, one born into slavery but instead become linked in ways that will change both their lives forever. Readers will be drawn into the tension of their secret friendship, the heartbreak of separation, and the courage it takes to fight for freedom in a world designed to keep them apart. If your kid loves the emotional depth and historical power of "The Hate U Give" or "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry", they'll be captivated by this story. Perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy historical fiction with strong characters and meaningful themes about courage and humanity.