abbielester 's review for:

Alone by Megan E. Freeman

5.0

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Megan E. Freeman's new novel is a heartwrenching tale of survival and hope. I could not put this book down! Maddie goes through realistic periods of despair and hope and grows into a strong independent young woman by the end. Readers will be engrossed in her story and curious about what caused the evacuation in the first place. Now I want a sequel that shows what was happening on the outside and Maddie learns to be with people again after years on her own. There is one scene of animal cruelty that is necessary to the plot, but it's something to be aware of for more sensitive readers. This book is definitely a conversation starter, and I would recommend teachers and parents read it with kids and engage in discussion.

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