
Seeds of America #1: Chains
by Laurie Halse Anderson
Set during the American Revolution, this historical fiction follows Isabel, a young enslaved African American girl who is sold along with her younger sister Ruth to cruel Loyalist masters in New York City. The story explores themes of freedom, resistance, and survival as Isabel navigates the complexities of war while desperately trying to protect her sister and secure their liberty. The novel provides an unflinching look at slavery during the Revolutionary period while highlighting the strength and resilience of enslaved people who fought for their own independence.
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