Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017
Midnight Without a Moon
In 1955 Mississippi, a young girl faces racial injustice and must decide her role in the fight for change.
320 pages
Summary: In the sweltering summer of 1955 Mississippi, Rose Lee Carter dreams of escaping north. But when Emmett Till is murdered nearby and his killers walk free, Rose's world shifts. She confronts the harsh realities of racial injustice and grapples with her place in the burgeoning civil rights movement. Will she find the courage to stand up and fight for change, or will fear hold her back? This poignant tale weaves a family's struggles with a pivotal moment in history, challenging Rose to choose between safety and justice.









