"Phoenix Rising" by Karen Hesse is a captivating and gripping novel that takes place during the hardships of the Great Depression. The story revolves around Nyle, a brave and resilient teenager who resides in the small town of Vermont. When a local factory explosion releases dangerous chemicals into the air,...
"Sable" by Karen Hesse is a captivating and heartwarming tale that takes readers on a remarkable journey of resilience and the extraordinary power of friendship. Set in the 1800s, the story follows the life of Rennie, a young girl who finds solace and companionship in an unlikely ally, Sable, a...
"The Young Hans Christian Andersen" by Karen Hesse is a captivating and insightful novel that provides readers with a glimpse into the formative years of the renowned Danish author's life. Set in the 19th century, the story follows the journey of a young boy named Hans, who aspires to become...
"Letters from Rifka" by Karen Hesse is a captivating and emotional story that follows the journey of a young Jewish girl named Rifka as she escapes persecution in Russia during the Russian Revolution. Through a series of letters to her cousin Tovah, Rifka shares her difficult and perilous expedition to...
"Lavender" is a captivating novel penned by Karen Hesse, which takes place during the tumultuous era of the Great Depression. The story revolves around Lavender, a young girl who is tragically left orphaned after her mother's untimely death. She is reluctantly taken in by her strict and unwelcoming grandmother. However,...
"Witness" by Karen Hesse is a compelling historical fiction novel set in a small Vermont town during the 1920s. This thought-provoking story revolves around the perspectives of various townspeople who witness the arrival of a group of Ku Klux Klan members, delving into themes of racism, fear, and courage. Hesse's...
In Karen Hesse's novel, "The Music of Dolphins," readers are transported to a captivating world where a young girl named Mila experiences an extraordinary upbringing. Abandoned on a small Caribbean island as a child, Mila is raised by dolphins and develops a deep connection to the natural world and the...
"Out of the Dust" by Karen Hesse is a captivating and eloquent novel that transports readers to the harsh realities of the Great Depression in 1930s Oklahoma. Through its heartfelt prose and unique format of verse, the book beautifully captures the emotional journey of its young protagonist, Billie Jo. The...
"Aleutian Sparrow" by Karen Hesse is a deeply touching and powerful work of historical fiction that takes readers back to the challenging times of World War II. Set on the remote Aleutian Islands in Alaska, the novel follows the journey of Verity, a young Aleut girl, and her people as...