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The Deadliest Then and Now Books

In order from The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now to The Deadliest Fires Then and Now.

The Deadliest Then and Now series is a set of 2 chapter books by Deborah Hopkinson, published in 2022. Written for ages 7–10, most books run about 220 pages.

The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now
The Deadliest Fires Then and Now
The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now
The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now
The Deadliest Fires Then and Now
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now
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Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now

By Deborah Hopkinson

A deadly hurricane strikes Galveston, testing the courage of its residents.

208 pages· 18,297 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Summary: In 1900, a devastating hurricane hit Galveston, Texas, catching the town unprepared. As the storm surge uprooted homes and winds felled trees, residents faced a desperate struggle for survival. This gripping narrative explores the bravery of ordinary people, the scientists who tracked the storm, and the unequal impact of the disaster. Dive into the science of hurricanes and the stories of America's deadliest storms, brought to life with vivid photographs and historical accounts. Will Galveston's spirit endure the chaos, or will the storm's fury prove too great?
In reading order

The Deadliest Then and Now Series

2 books · Published 2022

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#2 in Series
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The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

A deadly hurricane strikes Galveston, testing the courage of its residents.

#3

The Deadliest Fires Then and Now

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2022

Explore history's deadliest fires and humanity's ongoing battle against flames threatening our future.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Deadliest Then and Now series?

There are 2 books in the Deadliest Then and Now series. It began with The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now in 2022, and the newest book, The Deadliest Fires Then and Now, was published in 2022.

What order should you read the Deadliest Then and Now books in?

Start with The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Deadliest Then and Now books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Deadliest Then and Now book is the longest?

The Deadliest Fires Then and Now (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 24,975 words (224 pages).

Which Deadliest Then and Now book is the shortest?

The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now (Book #2) is the shortest at 18,297 words (208 pages).

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