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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
In 1933 Mississippi, nine-year-old Cassie Logan’s family owns land—a rare and powerful symbol of independence in a world stacked against them. As Cassie grows up, she confronts the harsh realities of racism, learning that holding onto dignity and family takes fierce courage. This is a coming-of-age story that refuses to shy away from the ugly truths of its time.
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