This historical fiction tackles the reality of slavery and Jefferson's relationship with Sally Hemings and their children through multiple enslaved perspectives. The narrative addresses difficult truths about power, family separation, and systemic injustice in an age-appropriate but honest way. While emotionally weighty, it emphasizes resilience, family bonds, and the humanity of enslaved people rather than graphic depictions. Best suited for readers mature enough to engage with slavery's complexities.
A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings.A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings.
