Ground Zero

The instant #1 New York Times bestseller.

Acclaimed storyteller Alan Gratz (Refugee) delivers a pulse-pounding and unforgettable take on history and hope, revenge and fear -- and the stunning links between the past and present.

September 11, 2001, New York City: Brandon is visiting his dad at work, on the 107th floor of the World Trade Center. Out of nowhere, an airplane slams into the tower, creating a fiery nightmare of terror and confusion. And Brandon is in the middle of it all. Can he survive -- and escape?

September 11, 2019, Afghanistan: Reshmina has grown up in the shadow of war, but she dreams of peace and progress. When a battle erupts in her village, Reshmina stumbles upon a wounded American soldier named Taz. Should she help Taz -- and put herself and her family in mortal danger?

Two kids. One devastating day. Nothing will ever be the same.

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Published Feb 2, 2021

336 pages

Average rating: 9.33

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novelishdelish

Dec 11, 2024

10/10 stars

Yet another amazing read by Alan Gratz. Ground Zero goes between Brandon, a young boy trying to escape the north tower on 9/11, and a young girl living in Afghanistan in 2019 torn between the Taliban and US/Afghan forces at war. Be prepared for some heart wrenching details and to not want to put the book down!

aserra3113

Oct 30, 2024

10/10 stars

I loved this book. Of course historical fiction and the story was based off of the attack of 9/11. But I suggest this book for people who like cliff hangers. Please read this book. It will be a book you won't forget. Enjoy ❤️

Lilalu

Jun 14, 2022

10/10 stars

This book got close to home but I think it is a great way to let kids know about what went down on September 11 2001 and in the years that followed.

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