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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
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Book Brief
288
Novel • Fiction
Mississippi • 1930s
1976
Middle grade
10-14 years
920L
Super Short Summary
In 1933 Mississippi, 9-year-old Cassie Logan and her family experience systemic racism and violence while striving to maintain their independence and dignity. Cassie and her brothers face challenges at school from white students and later dig a trench to sabotage a school bus. They navigate the dangers of resisting local store owners and racial injustice, culminating in a tense and violent confrontation involving a friend named T.J.
Challenging
Emotional
Gritty
Inspirational
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
131,472 ratings
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Review Roundup
Mildred D. Taylor's Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry is widely lauded for its poignant depiction of racial injustices in 1930s Mississippi. Readers praise its compelling characters and the strong, loving Logan family. Some criticisms include a slower pace and dense historical context, which may be challenging for younger readers. Overall, it's a powerful, educational read.
Who Should Read Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry?
Readers who enjoy historical fiction dealing with themes of racism, family, and resilience will be drawn to Mildred D. Taylor's Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry. Fans of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird or Lois Lowry’s Number the Stars will find similar emotional depth and educational value. Ideal for middle-grade to young adult readers.
131,472 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
288
Novel • Fiction
Mississippi • 1930s
1976
Middle grade
10-14 years
920L
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