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Book Review: Red River Rose by Carole Lindstrom

★★★ Red River Rose by Carole Lindstrom is a historical fiction and an adventure story set in the 1885. Rose and her family are part of the indigenous Metis community living along the Saskatchewan River in Canada. When the Canadian government wants to push the Metis off of their land to sell to settlers, Rose… Continue reading Book Review: Red River Rose by Carole Lindstrom

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Book Review: Each and Every Spark by Claire Swinarski

★★★★★ Each and Every Spark by Claire Swinarski is a great historical fiction novel exploring children's role in the French Resistance during Nazi occupation of France during World War II. It is told through dual timelines: present day Paris where thirteen year old Penny finds a artwork hidden in a wall with a mysterious note;… Continue reading Book Review: Each and Every Spark by Claire Swinarski

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Incredible Middle Grade Historical Fiction Books – Non WW2 Edition

There are so many incredible middle grade historical fiction novels that center on World War II, which I absolutely love. But, I wanted to shine some love on some great historical fiction books that highlight some other historical events and eras that merit attention. In Light and Air, Halle and her mother are sent to… Continue reading Incredible Middle Grade Historical Fiction Books – Non WW2 Edition