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Breakout by Kate Messner
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it was amazing
Read 2 times. Last read January 14, 2019 to February 7, 2019.

Just finished reading this again with a 7th & 8th grade book club. Excellent material for discussions about racism and unfair assumptions, and the kids really enjoyed the unique format.


I really enjoyed this story of what happens to a small town when two inmates from a local prison escape. Fear can help a community come together, but it can also bring out the worst in people. Told through multiple narrators' artifacts for a time capsule, this book sheds lights on important issues like systemic racism and generational prejudices. (Plus I loved all the Hamilton references!) Ages 10 and up.
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Reading Progress

April 5, 2018 – Shelved
April 5, 2018 – Shelved as: to-read
June 18, 2018 – Started Reading
June 19, 2018 – Finished Reading
January 14, 2019 – Started Reading
February 7, 2019 – Finished Reading

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