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Crossing Ebenezer Creek
Crossing Ebenezer Creek | Tonya Bolden
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When Mariah and her young brother Zeke are suddenly freed from slavery, they join Sherman's march through Georgia. Mariah wants to believe that the brutalities of slavery are behind them, but even as hope glimmers, there are many hardships yet to come. When she meets a free black named Caleb, Mariah dreams in a way she never dared . . . of a future worth living and the possibility of true love. But even hope comes at a cost, and as the difficult march continues toward the churning waters of Ebenezer Creek, Mariah's dreams are as vulnerable as ever. In this powerful exploration of a little-known tragedy perfect for fans of Ruta Sepetys, readers will never forget the souls of Ebenezer Creek.
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JennO1
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I have to admit that I had never heard the historical account of what occurred at Ebenezer Creek so this fictionalized telling of the event was surprising and moving. I only wish the writing style was more emotionally in depth. While I felt for the characters I didn‘t feel connected to them. It‘s listed as a YA book but read more like middle school. Still, I recommend this important story of betrayal. TW-brutal treatment of slaves but no gore.

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SilverShanica
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History told in narrative form, author Tonya Bolden spins the tale of a story few have likely ever heard. It is not a happy story, but it is one that needs to be told. This is a story I would encourage teachers to look at for their classrooms, to help us ensure that history never repeats itself and that those who suffered are never forgotten.

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Teenreadsdotcom
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This is what our reviewer had to say about #CrossingEbenezerCreek by @tonyabolden "I would recommend this book to anyone who likes historical fiction and would like to know more about the black involvement in Sherman‘s March to the Sea....CROSSING THE EBENEZER CREEK is a story about survival and freedom in the face of adversity."

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Eggs
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I liked the cover art and summary so I chose it. Well done; thoroughly researched historical fiction with believable characters. 😢😢

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abbylibrarian
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Oof. This book hit me in the feels. 😭😭😭😭😭 Took a little yoga break earlier to work some of the kinks out. 😜19.5 hours of reading... so close to my goal! #24in48 #weneeddiversebooks

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Crackingthecover
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Prior to reading Crossing Ebenezer Creek I had never heard of the tragedy at Ebenezer Creek during which hundreds of freed slaves drowned trying to escape the confederate cavalry.

Author Tonya Bolden brings the events leading up to the tragedy to the fore in vivid detail. Her haunting prose immediately draws you in. Mariah and Caleb‘s experiences are based on truth, and the rawness in which their stories unfold demands you keep reading.

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tjwill
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