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Tag Archives: MG Historical Fiction
THE SPIDER STRIKES
The third book in the engaging Web of the Spider series can be read on its own as they each feature a different character’s viewpoint. Set in Heroldsburg, Germany before the start of World War II, three friends are dealing … Continue reading
SOME OF US ARE BRAVE
Four very different kids experience Hurricane Harvey, the devastating tropical storm that hit the city of Houston in August of 2017. The chapters rotate among the characters. They include: Yasir Manzoor who hopes to become the next soccer captain of … Continue reading
WAR GAMES
Alan Gratz is back with another gripping historical fiction story. This time the setting is the 1936 Olympic Games set in Berlin, Germany. Thirteen-year-old Evie Harris is a gymnast and a competitor just like the more well-known Jesse Owens. Her … Continue reading
NOT LUCILLE
Set in 1931-32 Chambersburg, NJ, a suburb of Trenton, the third person narration stays close to 10-year-old Lucy who doesn’t like to be called Lucille. Her brain can’t seem to stop her from doing the wrong thing, especially in Miss … Continue reading
THREAT OF THE SPIDER
The second book in THE WEB OF THE SPIDER series will have its debut on June 24th. No worries If you haven’t read RISE OF THE SPIDER, the first story that was released last September as they both read just … Continue reading
Max in the House of Spies
I am a big fan of historical fiction. My enthusiasm is often not shared by the 7-13 year old age group. Max in the House of Spies just might sway them over to my side. 11-year-old Max Bretzfeld lives in … Continue reading
DRAWING OUTSIDE THE LINES
Esteemed architect Julia Morgan was born 150 years ago and grew up in Oakland, California. She battled gender discrimination through most of her life as women were meant to marry and raise a family. Julia pushed forth and became a … Continue reading
THREE STRIKE SUMMER
The year is 1936. Gloria Mae Willard, her parents, and older sister are evicted from their Oklahoma farm. The baby brother they recently lost is buried under a tree on that property. The Dust Bowl has wreaked havoc making farming … Continue reading
THE SUMMER WE FOUND THE BABY
I first came across this title on Rosi Hollinbeck’s blog back in January. Historical Fiction is a favorite of mine, especially one set in the 1940s. Her review convinced me it was a must read, but the release date was … Continue reading
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