Ground Zero

4.5 wow this book was so good

OMG!!!! What a phenomenal read! Now I understand why my students are obsessed with Alan Gratz books. These two stories take the reader on such an emotional rollercoaster. Because the chapters flip flop between the two characters, it is even harder to put it down because you want to know what happens with each character. So many cliffhangers! However, the ending is what brought me to tears. Such a beautiful way to bring it all together and really show the power of strength and perseverance! Having only been 9 when 9/11 happened and reading this on the 20th anniversary, I feel like I was reliving it in a way but through a much different perspective! Even though it is a sensitive topic for some, I would recommend this book to anyone because whether you saw it live or were born after, you will learn new things and gain a new perspective for sure!