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Ground Zero
by Alan Gratz
I read this for the August Young at Heart book discussion that my co-worker and I will be leading.
First, I want to say that there is nothing "Anti-American" about this book. I'm seeing (a few) people stating this in other reviews. The author challenges the reader to be empathetic for all people who were impacted by the on going war after 9/11. By reading a dual perspective (a young boy in the towers on 9/11 and a young girl in Afghanistan in 2019), readers see what revenge does short and long term.
I found Ground Zero to be a book that is full of emotions, which is what made it hard for me to read. It took me a couple of days to read it, but otherwise, it is a fast read that can be finished in a day.
Reading from Brandon's and Reshmina's perspectives was great. I looked forward to each chapter and found myself on the edge of my seat.
I recommend parents buddy read this book with their children, as today's kids were not born 9/11 happened. To them, it is a historical event. I struggled to wrap my head around that because I was sitting in school the day of 9/11, struggling to understand what was happening.
I also think it is beneficial for parents and kids to read the author's note when they are finished with the book.
First, I want to say that there is nothing "Anti-American" about this book. I'm seeing (a few) people stating this in other reviews. The author challenges the reader to be empathetic for all people who were impacted by the on going war after 9/11. By reading a dual perspective (a young boy in the towers on 9/11 and a young girl in Afghanistan in 2019), readers see what revenge does short and long term.
I found Ground Zero to be a book that is full of emotions, which is what made it hard for me to read. It took me a couple of days to read it, but otherwise, it is a fast read that can be finished in a day.
Reading from Brandon's and Reshmina's perspectives was great. I looked forward to each chapter and found myself on the edge of my seat.
I recommend parents buddy read this book with their children, as today's kids were not born 9/11 happened. To them, it is a historical event. I struggled to wrap my head around that because I was sitting in school the day of 9/11, struggling to understand what was happening.
I also think it is beneficial for parents and kids to read the author's note when they are finished with the book.