Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

To Kill a Mockingbird

by Harper Lee

Recommended by:  Kennedy H.
This book takes place in the 1930's in Maycomb County, Alabama. This books is realistic fiction. It is about Scout, her older brother, Jem, and her father, Atticus, who is a lawyer. This book tells of the turn of events when a black man is accused of raping a white woman. Scout and Jem come to a shocking realization about the world and people. I loved this book for the truth, details, and excitement. My favorite characters are Atticus and Boo Radley, whom you will meet. This book brought me shock and changed my life.

This book was: Life changing!

I would recommend this book to: EVERYONE!!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys

Between Shades of Gray

by Ruta Sepetys

Recommended by:  Mackenna T.

In 1941, fifteen-year old Lina was preparing for all that summer had in store. But one night, the Soviet secret police barged into her home, deporting her along with her mom and brother. They believed they were being sent to Siberia while her father was sentenced to death in a prison camp. Lina and her family must fight for their lives, vowing that if they survive, they will honor the thousands just like them. Lina documented her experience in her art and writing, hoping for someone to find it.

This book was: Amazing and Exciting!

I would recommend this book to: People who love learning about the post!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

by Mildred D. Taylor

Recommended by:  Eliot Z.
Cassie is nine-years old and she lives in Mississippi. The story is set in the 1930's. Throughout the book Cassie wonders why she is different from everyone else. Or why she can't be treated with respect just like the white folks. Cassie and her brother survive racism, hatred, discrimination, and bullying from both blacks and whites. But when Cassie gets the chance to go to the market with Big Ma will Cassie finally understand why she is different? Or what about when TJ's problems get way over everyone's heads? Will Cassie and her brothers save their family, friends, and their home or will everything burn to the ground? My favorite character is Uncle Hammer, he's feisty and stands up for his family.

This book was: Beautifully written! Will keep you wanting more.

I would recommend this book to: 6th graders and up.

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Prisoners in the Palace by Michaela MacColl

Prisoners in the Palace

by Michaela MacColl

Recommended by:  Halli V.
This is a historical fiction book about two girls. One is Liza, a servant,whose parents were in a tragic accident. The other girl is a princess, Princess Victoria. Liza serves for her. Liza really wants the throne herself. My favorite part was when Liza convinced Victoria to serve for her for a day. I would recommend this book to people who like a book where you don't know what is going to happen next.

This book was: Fascinating!

I would recommend this book to: People who like fiction.

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: A Time of Miracles by Anne-Laure Bondoux

A Time of Miracles

by Anne-Laure Bondoux

Recommended by:  Jamilla B.
This book is about a boy named Blaise Fortune. At eight-years-old, he is living in refugee camps to get away from the war. Gloria, his guardian, gets a low paying job as a beggar, at the entrance of big supermarkets. Together they live in a place called the "complex". The complex is a very horrible place to live. The wallpaper is peeling, the paint is chipping, water is dripping down the walls, it is moldy and has narrow staircases, but it was alright with Blaise because he and his friends could make the most of it. They would play many different games while their moms washed and dried their laundry during the day. Every night though, Gloria would tell him of his past, of where he was from, and where they are going. He continues his journey for years, moving place to place, waiting and waiting; trying and trying to get to the home Gloria would tell him of every night. Pushing and pushing until he could get there. But the question is if he will finally make it to a final homeland?

This book was: Eye-opening!

I would recommend this book to: Anyone!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen

Sense and Sensibility

by Jane Austen

Recommended by:  Ji M.
In 18th Century England, after Mr. Henry Dashwood's passing, he gives his inheritance to his son from his first wife, which leaves the protagonists, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood's family of Mrs. Dashwood, Mr. Henry Dashwood's second wife, and their younger sister Margaret with low income. This greatly disappoints Mrs. Dashwood because she worries that her daughter will not marry well because of their poor condition. But a distant relative invites the Dashwood's to a place to say and many secrets are made and told. Elinor is in an affair with a man named Edward Ferrars, but finds out he has been secretly engaged with another woman for the past four years. Marianne falls in love with a mysterious gentleman. How will the young Miss Dashwoods deal with these affairs with their much different personalities of "sense and sensibility"? Read the book to find out! I like how this book really ties in with the 18th century and how it has notes and important information in the back of the book. Pretty helpful since the book has very old English in it!

This book was: Pretty entertaining!

I would recommend this book to: People who like historical fiction.

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett

A Little Princess

by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Recommended by:  Kaiya R.
This book is about a young girl named Sara Crewe who lives in Miss Minchin's boarding school in England in the late 1800's. Her father lives in India, and her mother died a long time ago. One day her father dies too! Miss Minchin banishes the orphan to the attic and makes her work as a maid. Sara meets her new neighbor who was a friend of her fathers. Will Sara and her new friend live together? or will Miss Minchin have none of it? 

This book was: Enchanting!

I would recommend this book to: All Ages!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson

Kidnapped

by Robert Louis Stevenson

Recommended by:  Nathan H.
This historical novel takes place in Scotland in the 1700's. We meet David Balfor as he sets off on a quest to reclaim his late father's inheritance. David is kidnapped, and sent on a slave ship bound for the Carolinas! My favorite part of the book is when David has to dodge Red Coats in the Scottish Highlands. Find out if David ever makes it back.

This book was: Adventurous!

I would recommend this book to: Adventure lovers!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

Jane Eyre

by Charlotte Brontë

Recommended by:  Evelyn V.
Jane Eyre grew up an orphan in her aunt's house with her cruel cousins. After ten years, Jane was sent to school at Lowood. She stayed there for eight years. Then she put out an advertisement and became the governess of a little French girl named Adele. Jane then falls in love with Mr. Rochester, Adele's guardian. Mr. Rochester asks Jane to marry him and Jane says yes. When the priest asks if anyone had any objections, a man named Mr. Mason objected because he claimed that Mr. Rochester already had a wife. When they get back to Thornfield, Mr. Rochester explained his situation. He once was in love with a woman named Bertha but she became mad. Bertha was kept in the attic of Thornfield and was shown to Jane. Even though what he said was true, Jane was still heart broken, so she ran away. With no money she became a beggar and was forced to go door to door asking for food. Find out what happened to Jane and if she ever see Mr. Rochester again!

This book was: Hard, but interesting!

I would recommend this book to: People who want a good and challenging book!

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Books by Blei - Historical Fiction: Duke by Kirby Larson

Duke

by Kirby Larson

Recommended by:  Tyler S.
This book is about an 11-year-old boy named Hobie Hanson and his brave decision to donate his German Shepard, Duke to "Dogs for Defense". Hobie's father is a fighter pilot in World War II. When he hears about "Dogs for Defense" from his neighbor, he feels like he should contribute to the war. After thinking about it he decided to donate Duke. He starts to regret his decision soon after donating Duke. Hobie starts to write to Duke's handler about how he made a bad decision and he needs his dog back. Duke's handler always writes back with the same answer, "No!" But one day Duke's handler writes to Hobie saying that Duke's training is over, but now he needs to go serve his part in the war. Hobie immediately gets worried about Duke. 
Will Hobie ever see Duke again?

This book was: Wonderful!

I would recommend this book to: Anyone.

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