Steal Away Home Series

This series delves into history through personal discoveries and hidden narratives. Each installment often uncovers forgotten stories that bridge the past with the present. Readers will explore themes of courage, compassion, and the enduring pursuit of freedom. It's a compelling journey through time that highlights the resilience of the human spirit.

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Steal Away Home
Lois Ruby
208 pages
8 hours of reading
3.8(742)Add rating
Set against the backdrop of a family renovation project in Lawrence, Kansas, a 12-year-old girl named Dana uncovers a poignant diary belonging to a Quaker woman. This diary reveals the woman's courageous efforts in sheltering runaway slaves on the Underground Railroad, intertwining Dana's modern-day life with a rich historical narrative. Through this discovery, themes of bravery, compassion, and the struggle for freedom emerge, offering Dana a deeper understanding of her own family's history and the enduring impact of the past.
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Soon Be Free
Lois Ruby
320 pages
12 hours of reading
3.9(112)Add rating
Dana Shannon, a 13-year-old, embarks on a quest to uncover a mysterious historical document tied to the Delaware Indians while managing the guests at her parents' bed-and-breakfast. The narrative unfolds through alternating chapters that also tell the story of James Weaver, a young boy navigating the Underground Railroad. This blend of past and present highlights themes of history, identity, and the quest for knowledge, as Dana pieces together clues that connect her family's legacy with significant historical events.

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Steal Away Home

Soon Be Free