is by Walter Dean Myers. During the Civil War President Lincoln instituted a draft. The Irish in New York City rioted looting and beating blacks and those they believed to be rich. This story is written as a screenplay. It is the tale of a young girl, half black/half white and her experiences during the New York City riot of 1863. An engrossing piece of historical fiction. Ratings: 7th grade - 8 out of 10.
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