My Name Is Not Angelica

Name: My Name Is Not Angelica
ISBN: 9780547406305

Scott O'Dell

HarperCollins · Paperback · January 3, 2011

In this historical novel set in the Virgin Islands of 1733, Raisha escapes from her Dutch "owners" in time to witness the mass suicide of her fellow slaves, who prefer death to recapture.

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Who it’s for: A straightforward historical-fiction pick with a conversational, readable pace.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Caribbean & Latin American Stories, Prejudice & Racism
Published: HarperCollins, January 3, 2011

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In this historical novel set in the Virgin Islands of 1733, Raisha escapes from her Dutch "owners" in time to witness the mass suicide of her fellow slaves, who prefer death to recapture.

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A straightforward historical-fiction pick with a conversational, readable pace.

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historical-fiction companion piece
easy entry into discussion

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accessible, sustained narrative
broad historical lens

Where it sits

Prejudice & Racism	85%
Historical Fiction	67%
Caribbean & Latin American Stories	63%

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Action & Adventure
Survival Stories
Historical Fiction
Caribbean & Latin American Stories

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Loss & Grief
Big Feelings
Prejudice & Racism
Self-Esteem & Resilience

Authors: Scott O'Dell
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: January 3, 2011
Format: Paperback
Reading lane: Action & Adventure