Uprising

Jennifer A. Nielsen
69 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Middle Grade
Published in 2024

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Jennifer A. Nielsen

Uprising

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2024
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

•

Children`s Literature
Setting

New York City • 1910s

Theme
Perseverance

•

Coming of Age

•

Nation
Topic
Military & War
First Publication Year

2024

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Uprising by Jennifer A. Nielsen, individuals experience the harsh realities of early 20th-century factory work. The narrative intertwines the lives of three women affected by the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, highlighting their struggles for fair labor conditions and the quest for justice in an era of social change.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Emotional

Hopeful

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,613 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Uprising by Jennifer A. Nielsen receives praise for its compelling narrative and well-researched historical context, capturing readers with a gripping tale of courage during a pivotal labor strike. However, some critiques note a desire for deeper character development. Overall, it offers a poignant look at themes of justice and resilience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Uprising?

A reader who enjoys Uprising by Jennifer A. Nielsen would likely have a keen interest in historical fiction with strong female protagonists. Fans of Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson or Number the Stars by Lois Lowry may appreciate Nielsen's vivid depiction of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire and its powerful narrative on social change.

4.4

3,613 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Character List

A strong-willed and dynamic young girl in Warsaw, Poland, during World War II, who becomes involved in resistance efforts against Nazi occupation as she matures throughout the novel.

Lidia's mother, who struggles to adapt to the realities of wartime and initially tries to maintain her family's prior status while confronting her complex relationship with Lidia.

Lidia’s older brother, who actively participates in the resistance and serves as a protective figure, guiding Lidia in her efforts to fight against the Nazis.

A clever and strong-willed peer of Lidia’s who supports her through friendship and shared efforts to provide aid to those impacted by the Nazi regime.

The family’s Jewish maid who, along with her mother, provides insight into the dangers of Nazi occupation and later offers shelter to Lidia’s family during the war.

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

•

Children`s Literature
Setting

New York City • 1910s

Theme
Perseverance

•

Coming of Age

•

Nation
Topic
Military & War
First Publication Year

2024

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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