Freewater
Amina Luqman-Dawson · 2022 · Novel
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Offered a nuanced and empowering historical narrative about resistance and community among escaped enslaved people, providing a unique perspective on American history for young readers.
What it is
Homer and his younger sister escape a brutal plantation and find refuge in Freewater, a hidden community in the Great Dismal Swamp formed by those who escaped slavery. They must learn to survive and fight for their freedom while navigating the dangers of their new home.
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