Freewater
Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson is a historical middle-grade novel published by Little, Brown in 2022. This 403-page book presents the story of two enslaved children, Homer and his sister Ada, who escape from Southerland Plantation in search of freedom. As they navigate their perilous journey, they discover a hidden community called Freewater, formed by formerly enslaved individuals and freeborn children.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of survival, adventure, and family bonds. The story follows Homer as he adapts to life in Freewater, where he makes new friends and begins to forge a new identity. However, the peace of this secret community is threatened, prompting Homer to devise a plan to protect his new home and reunite with his mother. This book delves into the historical context of maroon communities in the South, offering insights into resilience and courage in the face of adversity.
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Winner of the John Newbery Medal
Winner of the Coretta Scott King Author Award
An Indiebound Bestseller
A New York Times Bestseller
Award-winning author Amina Luqman-Dawson pens a lyrical, accessible historical middle-grade novel about two enslaved children’s escape from a plantation and the many ways they find freedom.
Under the cover of night, twelve-year-old Homer flees Southerland Plantation with his little sister Ada, unwillingly leaving their beloved mother behind. Much as he adores her and fears for her life, Homer knows there’s no turning back, not with the overseer on their trail. Through tangled vines, secret doorways, and over a sky bridge, the two find a secret community called Freewater, deep in the swamp.
In this society created by formerly enslaved people and some freeborn children, Homer finds new friends, almost forgetting where he came from. But when he learns of a threat that could destroy Freewater, he crafts a plan to find his mother and help his new home.
Deeply inspiring and loosely based on the history of maroon communities in the South, this is a striking tale of survival, adventure, friendship, and courage.
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