Chanda's Wars
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She promised her mama she'd keep them safe.
It's been six months since Mama died, and Chanda is struggling to raise her little brother and sister. Determined to end a family feud, she takes them to her relatives' remote rural village.
But across the nearby border, a brutal civil war is spreading. Rebels led by the ruthless General Mandiki attack at night, stealing children. All that separates Chanda from the horror is a stretch of rugged bush and a national park alive with predators. Soon, not even that. Before she knows it, Chanda must face the unthinkable, with a troubled young tracker as her unlikely ally.
Chanda's Wars is the unforgettable story of a teenager who risks everything to save her brother and sister. Epic in its sweep, intimate in its humanity, here is a gripping tale of family intrigue, love and courage, forgiveness and hope.
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Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choice
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Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choice
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Reader Reviews from First Look
Great story and sequel to Chanda's Secrets! The characters and their problems felt so real. It was suspenseful and I kept wanting to read it!
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Shannan (Harper Woods, MI)
Great story and sequel to Chanda's Secrets! The characters and their problems felt so real. It was suspenseful and I kept wanting to read it!
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Shannan (Harper Woods, MI)
Chanda is a great character, because most people can connect with her. I really didn’t expect to read this book so fast, but I started, and just couldn’t stop.
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Laura (Bay Village, OH)
I found this book to be very enjoyable and worth the time to read. It gave me an insight on the lives of people living in Africa and, though it may seem like a totally different world over there, you can really relate to the main character.
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Weronika (Chicago, IL)
Chanda's Wars is a Must-Read book. When I was reading this it seemed as though I was pulled in and was experiencing what Chanda was going through. I felt as though I was with her when she was journeying to her siblings, and as she fell in love. It was a thrilling and suspenseful read.
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Jasmine (Topeka, KS)
This book had me riveted to my seat while I was reading it. I recommend reading this book because it is very exciting, as well as enlightening about the wars and political conditions of Africa.
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Kimberli (Concord, CA)
After reading Chanda's Wars, I once again felt like I had met up with an old friend. Mr. Stratton has the ability as a writer to take the reader on a journey with Chanda and her family. Reading this book truly transforms the reader; it makes you look at life differently. I would recommend this book to anyone willing to open their eyes to reality. A wonderful read that all students should pick up at some time in their school careers.
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Hayley (Hamilton, OH)
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