Ninth Ward

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Paperback
2012
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Abandoned by her peers because of her ability to see spirits, Lanesha longs for connection despite the strong love of her adopted grandmother, Mama Ya-Ya. As hurricane Katrina approaches and her neighbours flee, Lanesha must stay and brace for a storm of epic proportions. As the levees break, Lanches must find a way to survive the floods on her own...

Synopsis

Abandoned by her peers because of her ability to see spirits, Lanesha longs for connection despite the strong love of her adopted grandmother, Mama Ya-Ya. As hurricane Katrina approaches and her neighbours flee, Lanesha must stay and brace for a storm of epic proportions. As the levees break, Lanches must find a way to survive the floods on her own...

$10.27

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: Import
Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers
Published: 03 May 2012
ISBN 10: 0316043087
ISBN 13: 9780316043083
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: A coming-of-age story set in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.

Media Reviews

A CCBC Recommended Multicultural Book for Children and Teens

Jewell Parker Rhodes has written a powerful novel about family and survival in the face of tragedy and has created in her twelve-year-old narrator Lanesha, a true heroine. [She] shows a kind of bravery and big-heartedness that is a gift she passes along to her friend, her community and the readers of this luminous book. --Walter Mosley

An absolutely exquisite children's debut by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Jewell's vivid writing brings the setting to life, in a story that is both timely and unforgettable. --Patricia Reilly Giff
Lanesha is a miraculous candle of a girl: her flame burns steadier in hurricane winds, and glows brighter against dark flood-waters. Jewell Parker Rhodes's book shines with love. --Sara Pennypacker
An enjoyable, satisfying novel about the magical spirit of a young girl navigating her way through an American tragedy. --Christopher Paul Curtis
A girl with special powers awakens to the New Orleans around her in a story told with gritty poetry. --Richard Peck
A beautiful, moving, personal story. Unforgettable. I loved it. --Justine Larbalestier
Another gem by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Two youngsters, friends forever, find a way to survive, to love, to begin again. Wow! What a legacy to pass along. --Nikki Giovanni

Author Bio

Dr Jewell Parker Rhodes is the Founding Artistic Director and Endowed Chair for Creative Writing at Arizona State University.