This story is told in verse from the perspective of a young slave girl, Grace. She and her family run to the swamp when the master intends to split them up. A beautiful and heartbreaking read. Read the author’s note at the end to find out what “Maroons” are.
Wallace Rate: 5 Hoots
Historical Fiction - slavery
BL 5.1 AR points - 4
Other books by this author - All the Broken Pieces, Serafina’s Promise