Night on Fire
Night on Fire
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Anniston, Alabama • 1960s
2015
YA
10-14 years
600L
Super Short Summary
Night on Fire by Ronald Kidd follows the journey of a young individual in 1961 Alabama who witnesses the struggles of the Civil Rights Movement. Amidst growing tension, the person must decide whether to stand with the Freedom Riders or remain silent, exploring themes of courage, justice, and transformative change during a pivotal moment in American history.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Challenging
Adventurous
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Night on Fire by Ronald Kidd captivates readers with its vivid depiction of the civil rights movement through the eyes of a young girl. Positive reviews highlight its engaging narrative and historical accuracy, while some critique its pacing and character development. Overall, it provides an accessible entry point to a pivotal era in history.
Who Should Read Night on Fire?
A reader who would enjoy Night on Fire by Ronald Kidd would likely be a young adult interested in historical fiction, particularly the Civil Rights Movement. Fans of The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis or Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor would appreciate its themes of courage and justice.
679 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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288
Novel • Fiction
Anniston, Alabama • 1960s
2015
YA
10-14 years
600L
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