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The hunger

By Carol Drinkwater

As hunger tightens its grip, Phyllis searches for her rebel brother—and discovers courage within.

moving historical gripping thought-provoking

Genres

Historical Fiction History Friendship/Family

What is The hunger about?

In 1845, potato blight devastates Ireland, leaving families hungry and desperate. Phyllis McCormack records her daily life as she struggles to help her family survive. When her mother's health worsens, Phyllis sets out to find her missing rebel brother. Along the way, she becomes caught up in the growing fight for a fairer, freer Ireland. Told through Phyllis's diary, this moving historical story brings the hardship, courage and determination of one Irish family vividly to life.

Pages

192 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

This edition

2015

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