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Books & Bites: An Ember in the Ashes (Grades 6-12)

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2024-07-25 17:00:00 2024-07-25 18:00:00 America/Chicago Books & Bites: An Ember in the Ashes (Grades 6-12) Join us for a book discussion of An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir and enjoy some snacks. The first 8 registered teens will receive a free copy of the book. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Northbrook Public Library - Civic Room - First Floor

Thursday, July 25
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-25 17:00:00 2024-07-25 18:00:00 America/Chicago Books & Bites: An Ember in the Ashes (Grades 6-12) Join us for a book discussion of An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir and enjoy some snacks. The first 8 registered teens will receive a free copy of the book. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Northbrook Public Library - Civic Room - First Floor

Northbrook Public Library

Civic Room - First Floor

Join us for a book discussion of An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir and enjoy some snacks. The first 8 registered teens will receive a free copy of the book. Recommended for grades 9 and up.

Laia is a slave. Elias is a soldier. Neither is free.
 
Under the Martial Empire, defiance is met with death. Those who do not vow their blood and bodies to the Emperor risk the execution of their loved ones and the destruction of all they hold dear.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Learning | Equity Diversity and Inclusion | Book & Author |

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