Sapphire's Grave: A Novel crime pursued by militias

pursued by militias

52 icons of color from the past and present

• 2010 NCTE Notable Children's Trade Books in the Language Arts winner

Katie learns that changes affecting her life were instigated by forces and people far removed from her

But someone else is interested in Mama: Mr

Sapphire's Grave: A Novel crime pursued by militiasThe debut of a major new talent, SAPPHIRE'S GRAVE tells the stories of several generations of African American women, bringing their spirit and their sorrow to life with a power, sensitivity, and immediacy. In 1749 in Sierra Leone, a woman of fierce dignity is captured and forced onto a slave ship. On the harrowing voyage to the Americas, she is beaten for her unrelenting will and staunch pride. When she arrives, she gives birth to a daughter who is