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The instant #1 New York Times bestseller.
Acclaimed storyteller Alan Gratz (Refugee) delivers a pulse-pounding and unforgettable take on history and hope, revenge and fear — and the stunning links between the past and present.
September 11, 2001, New York City: Brandon is visiting his dad at work, on the 107th floor of the World Trade Center. Out of nowhere, an airplane slams into the tower, creating a fiery nightmare of terror and confusion. And Brandon is in the middle of it all. Can he survive — and escape?
September 11, 2019, Afghanistan: Reshmina has grown up in the shadow of war, but she dreams of peace and progress. When a battle erupts in her village, Reshmina stumbles upon a wounded American soldier named Taz. Should she help Taz — and put herself and her family in mortal danger?
Two kids. One devastating day. Nothing will ever be the same.
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Publisher : Scholastic Press (February 2, 2021)
Language : English
Hardcover : 336 pages
ISBN-10 : 1338245759
ISBN-13 : 978-1338245752
Reading age : 10 – 12 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 690L
Grade level : 4 – 7
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.75 x 1 x 8.5 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book engaging and interesting. They describe the storyline as thrilling and amazing, with a good narrative and development between the two stories. The book is suitable for young readers aged 10 and up. It provides information about the historical event and its aftermath, sparking thought-provoking discussions about this topic. Readers also mention that the emotional content brings them joy and sadness.
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