The Lions of Little Rock
by Kristin Levine
The Lions of Little Rock by Kristin Levine holds a highly rated rating of 4.22 out of 5, based on 13K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 298 pages.
About The Lions of Little Rock
Two girls separated by race form an unbreakable bond during the tumultuous integration of Little Rock schools in 1958 Twelve-year-old Marlee doesn't have many friends until she meets Liz, the new girl at school. Liz is bold and brave, and always knows the right thing to say, especially to Sally, the resident mean girl. Liz even helps Marlee overcome her greatest fear - speaking, which Marlee never does outside her family. But then Liz is gone, replaced by the rumor that she was a Negro girl passing as white. But Marlee decides that doesn't matter. Liz is her best friend. And to stay friends, Marlee and Liz are willing to take on integration and the dangers their friendship could bring to both their families.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Kristin Levine |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 298 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.22 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,962 |
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What genre is The Lions of Little Rock?
The Lions of Little Rock is categorized as Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Lions of Little Rock worth reading?
Based on 13K reader ratings, The Lions of Little Rock has an average score of 4.22 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Lions of Little Rock?
The Lions of Little Rock has 298 pages.
Who wrote The Lions of Little Rock?
The Lions of Little Rock was written by Kristin Levine. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for The Lions of Little Rock?
The ISBN-13 for The Lions of Little Rock is 9780399256450.0.
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