Copper Sun
by Sharon Draper | Grades 9-12
Copper Sun by Sharon Draper is an historical novel that chronicles the harrowing journey of Amari, a 15-year-old girl from Africa who is captured, enslaved, and brought to America. Through her eyes, readers experience the brutal realities of slavery and the resilience of the human spirit. The story weaves together themes of survival, hope, and friendship, as Amari forges an unexpected bond with Polly, an indentured servant. Together, they dream of freedom and work towards escaping the bonds that confine them, offering an exploration of human endurance and the unyielding quest for liberty.