The Winter People Audiobook (Free)

‘Full of background, risk, courage and raw survival, this compelling book by acclaimed writer Joseph Bruchac is for certain to have readers on the advantage of their chair, start to finish off.’ -The Dallas Morning Information

Saxso is fourteen when the Uk attack his community. It’s 1759, and battle can be raging in the northeast between the British as well as the French, with the Abenaki people-Saxso’s people-by their side. Without plenty of warriors to guard their homes, Saxso’s village is burned to the bottom. Many people are killed, however, many, including Saxso’s mom and two sisters, are taken hostage. Today it’s up to Saxso, on his own, to track the raiders and provide his family back home . before it’s too late.

‘Historical fiction doesn’t get superior to this. The narrative itself is normally thrilling.’ -Booklist, starred review

‘A heartbreaking but exciting story.’ -School Library Journal, starred review

Winner of the Disney Adventures Best Historical Fiction Prize

An SLJ Best Book of the entire year

A New York Public Library Best Publication for the Teen Age