Two Sisters: A Story of Freedom

In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historicalevents, Kereen Getten takes readers on a journey of sisterhood,struggle and survival from Jamaica to Britain.'She was rarely afraid, and even if she was ... she stillstood her ground, because Ruth never faltered in what she believedin.'“The superbVoices series takes unsung heroes of the past and imagines them recountingthe story of their remarkable lives' ” - TheTimesRuth and Anna are inseparable. Ruth has always known her half-sister isn'tlike her - her almost-white skin means she is allowed certain thingsthat Ruth can only dream of.Anna wishes she could be braver, like her sister,Ruth. But she has had to live with the fact that the smallestmistake would land not only her in danger, but Ruth and theirmother, too.  When Ruth and Anna are shipped off to Master John's home in Londonfor their safety, it isn't the haven they imagined. Their differencesforce them apart – Anna is allowed to stay upstairswhile Ruth is banished to the servants' quarters and is forcedto work.With whispers of freedom on the city's streets, will Anna findthe courage to stand up for Ruth before it's too late? VOICES: A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK's finestwriters for young people.Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories of our past.Each shows that, even in times of great upheaval, a myriad ofpeople have arrived on this island and made a home for themselves- from Roman times to the present day.  PRAISE FOR TWO SISTERS: A STORY OF FREEDOM"As well as highlighting the appalling treatment of slaves,this moving tale, based partially on real events, celebrates thebond between the sisters and the courage of those who help them.An excellent addition to the Voices series, which features storiesabout historical black and minority ethnic figures, whose contributionto Britain has often gone unrecognised." -BookTrust"Extensively researched and providing an authentic portrayalof a time not frequently covered in children's literature, thisbook would be excellent to use alongside the teaching of history...This powerful and deeply affecting novel will provide youngreaders with a deeper insight into Black British History prior toWindrush and, just as this excellent series intends, give a voiceto those who previously had none. - Just Imagine"Two Sisters: A Story of Freedom provides readers with a newpoint of view and the opportunity to develop empathy for thosewhom history often forgets. Thank you to Scholastic for this fascinating,powerful book." - Scope For Imagination