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Running Out of Time

Running Out of Time

Published in
1995
3.99
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Description

A gripping story set in the 1840s where the protagonist, Jessie, finds out that her family and everyone else in the town is part of a cult-like historical preservation project, and is sent to get medicine when her friends fall ill.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
240 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging plot with twists and turns.
  • Unforgettable main character with a brave heart.
  • Thought-provoking theme: how much of the past is worth preserving?
  • Educational content: provides insight into life in the 19th century.