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Unsure about her upcoming marriage and eager to see what lies beyond the walls of Prague's Jewish quarter in 1778, fifteen-year-old Rivka Liebermann takes great risks to venture outside.
Quick Summary
Rivka's Way throws readers into 1778 Prague where a fifteen-year-old girl risks everything to discover what lies beyond the walls of her Jewish quarter, making her question everything she's been told about the world and herself. Kids will root for Rivka as she navigates forbidden territory, secret societies, and her own doubts about an arranged marriage, all while experiencing a time period rarely explored in middle grade fiction. If your kid loves the historical mystery and independence of "The Westing Game" or the brave female protagonists in "A Single Shard," they'll be hooked on Rivka's journey. This is a perfect pick for readers ages 9-12 in grades 4-8 who enjoy historical fiction with heart and suspense.