Kate and the City of Fire
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 8–12 · 2023 · Est. 14 min read

Kate and the City of Fire

Part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novels series

A girl must protect her sister from thieves and flames during London's Great Fire.

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48 pages· 1,182 words· Est. 14 min read
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In 1666 London, young Kate faces a fiery nightmare. With her grandfather conscripted into a fire brigade, she must protect her sister Lizzie and their horse-drawn cart from both the raging flames and lurking thieves. As the Great Fire of London engulfs the city, Kate's courage and quick thinking are put to the ultimate test. Can she navigate the chaos and lead them to safety, or will the inferno consume everything they hold dear? Discover a gripping tale of survival and bravery in the heart of a historical disaster.

From the publisher

Country girl Kate is excited about her first time visiting London, a trip to sell apples with her grandfather and little sister Lizzie in early September, 1666. But the excitement soon gives way to fear as a fire quickly spreads through the city. When Grandfather is forced to be part of a fire brigade, Kate is left alone to keep Lizzie and their horse and buggy safe. Can Kate fight off thieves and avoid the walls of flames to reach safety once again? Part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novel series, Kate and the City of Fire brings a defining historical event to life.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,182
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
GN460L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
552594
Publication
Published
January 8, 2023
First published
July 31, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781669012894

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