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  • Mindy
    Mindy is a librarian (MLS '01) with a background in working with teens. She loves to read all over the map and has been blogging about books since 2003.
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    Vanessa is a teacher who is nearing completion of her MS Ed. degree from the University of Minnesota. She especially enjoys humorous picture books.
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    Anne is a librarian (MLS '02) who has worked in publishing and libraries for 11 years. She loves YA fantasy, historical fiction, and chick lit.
  • Kelly
    Kelly is a teacher with experience in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and abroad. She is always looking for books with classroom connections!
  • Emily
    Emily is a librarian (MLS '02) who has worked in school libraries and a children’s literature collection at a university. She particularly enjoys realistic fiction and stories about traveling.
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January 16, 2008

Book of the Week: No Shame, No Fear

Noshameno Can you imagine living at a time when it was dangerous to believe certain things?  Or to practice a particular religion?  That may seem strange to us in this country, where we have always had the right to worship as we chose.  But many people have had to struggle for their faith.

In England in 1662, it was dangerous to be a Quaker. Parliament has passed laws making it illegal not to take the oath of allegiance and to hold religious meetings. Quakers who broke these laws were beaten or imprisoned. This is the backdrop against which Will and Susanna fall in love.

The narrative in No Shame, No Fear goes back and forth between the two teens as they meet and become intrigued with one another—and as Will becomes intrigued by Susanna’s religion.  He attends a few Quaker meetings out of curiosity, and soon he feels compelled to make huge changes in his life in accord with the religion.  But his father does not approve of his newfound faith or of Will’s interest in Susanna.

This is a compelling story of love against the odds that fans of historical fiction will devour.  Be sure to have the sequel on hand for those who want to know more about what happens with Will and Susanna.

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Posted at 08:30 AM in Books of the Week - High School, Mindy's posts |