Book Details
Format
Audiobook
Length
4h 32m
Language
English
Published
Apr 24, 2007
Publisher
Listening Library
ISBN-10
0739356097
ISBN-13
9780739356098
Description
In the sweltering heat of late summer 1793, Philadelphia is gripped by an unseen terror as a deadly fever spreads through the city. Amidst the chaos, a young girl navigates the challenges of life in a city under siege, where every day brings new uncertainties and fears. Her journey unfolds against the backdrop of a community grappling with the harsh realities of disease, desperation, and survival.
As the threat of illness looms, relationships are tested, and the spirit of the city is challenged. The streets, once filled with laughter and commerce, now echo with whispers of the fever that claims lives and stirs panic. Friends and neighbors become distant as everyone tries to protect their own, leading to moments of introspection and resilience.
Through the eyes of a determined protagonist, the story explores themes of courage, loss, and the human spirit’s will to survive. As she confronts the realities of her world, she learns valuable lessons about hope, sacrifice, and the importance of community in times of crisis. It’s a poignant tale that reveals the strength found in the most trying circumstances.
As the threat of illness looms, relationships are tested, and the spirit of the city is challenged. The streets, once filled with laughter and commerce, now echo with whispers of the fever that claims lives and stirs panic. Friends and neighbors become distant as everyone tries to protect their own, leading to moments of introspection and resilience.
Through the eyes of a determined protagonist, the story explores themes of courage, loss, and the human spirit’s will to survive. As she confronts the realities of her world, she learns valuable lessons about hope, sacrifice, and the importance of community in times of crisis. It’s a poignant tale that reveals the strength found in the most trying circumstances.
Genres
Action & Adventure
Horror
Business & Economics