Ground Zero
In time for the twentieth anniversary of 9/11, master storyteller Alan Gratz (Refugee) delivers a pulse-pounding and unforgettable take on history and hope, revenge and fear -- and the stunning links between the past and present.
September 11, 2001, New York City: Brandon is visiting his dad at work, on the 107th floor of the World Trade Center. Out of nowhere, an airplane slams into the tower, creating a fiery nightmare of terror and confusion. And Brandon is in the middle of it all. Can he survive -- and escape?
September 11, 2020, Afghanistan: Reshmina has grown up in the shadow of war, but she dreams of peace and progress. When a battle erupts in her village, Reshmina stumbles upon a wounded American soldier named Taz. Should she help Taz -- and put herself and her family in mortal danger?
Two kids. One devastating day. Nothing will ever be the same.
In the heart of New York City, on a fateful day of September 11th, three lives intertwine amidst the chaos and devastation of the World Trade Center attacks.
Reshma, a young Muslim-American girl, finds herself trapped in the wreckage, her life hanging in the balance. As she fights for survival, she encounters Brandon, a firefighter who risks his own life to save others.
Across the city, a young boy named Tariq, who was born in the World Trade Center, struggles to come to terms with the horrific events that unfold before him. As the city mourns its losses, Tariq embarks on a mission to rebuild and find hope amidst the ruins.
Told from the alternating perspectives of Reshma, Brandon, and Tariq, "Ground Zero" by Alan Gratz is a powerful and moving story of resilience, empathy, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
This thought-provoking novel sheds light on the aftermath of 9/11 and its far-reaching impact on individuals, families, and communities. It serves as a reminder of the importance of unity, compassion, and the indomitable will to overcome challenges.
Dive into the pages of "Ground Zero" and experience the emotional journey of these characters as they navigate the aftermath of a tragic event that changed the course of history.
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