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A review by suzannedix
Salt: A Story of Friendship in a Time of War by Helen Frost
4.0
This is my second Helen Frost novel in a week and I have to say that I am hooked. This author is thoughtFUL and thought-provoking. That she gives such attention to the shape of her poems is remarkable...not only is she telling a poignant and important story but she also captivates her reader with the flow of the words and the layout of the page.
Anikwa, a member of the Kekionga tribe, and James, an American child of a frontiering-family are good friends despite language barriers. At age 12, the world is to both of them about fishing and hunting and exploring the woods. The year is 1812 and as an adult you read each page with a heavy heart, knowing nothing fair or just is going to happen to Anikwa and his tribe. Frost tells this story of westward expansion with compassion for both sides of the fight. Middle grade readers will love this friendship despite the "us vs. them" and Ohioans in particular will be interested in learning more about the Miami tribe.
Anikwa, a member of the Kekionga tribe, and James, an American child of a frontiering-family are good friends despite language barriers. At age 12, the world is to both of them about fishing and hunting and exploring the woods. The year is 1812 and as an adult you read each page with a heavy heart, knowing nothing fair or just is going to happen to Anikwa and his tribe. Frost tells this story of westward expansion with compassion for both sides of the fight. Middle grade readers will love this friendship despite the "us vs. them" and Ohioans in particular will be interested in learning more about the Miami tribe.