Science teacher John Sexton has recently finished “Bluebird” by Sharon Cameron. Themes of plot twists, violence, romance, excitement, mystery, and suspense combine in this distinct novel.
“I thought that it was a very interesting book because of the fact that people have to deal with the decisions that weren’t their own or more importantly people had to deal with histories that were their own,” Sexton said. “It took place in WWII and families had to figure out ways they could deal with their lives and try to learn what their own families did in the past.”
Readers are introduced to Hannah at the start of “Bluebird,” a young child who lives in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands during World War II. The story begins in the oppressive environment of war, where danger and terror surround daily existence. Hannah’s family is committed to helping Jews flee the atrocities of the dictatorship and is active in the Dutch resistance. The story lays the groundwork for Hannah’s inner conflicts as she fights with the consequences of her family’s behavior and the weight of responsibility.
The novel combines suspense with emotional depth, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
“The summary on the back seemed rather interesting,” Sexton said.
Author Sharon Cameron’s other books include “The Light in Hidden Places” and “The Dark Unwinding.” From a young age, Cameron knew she wanted more for herself and aspired to never be forgotten.
“Anyone with the maturity level to understand, high schoolers who are mature enough to understand the difficulties that have taken place,” Sexton said. “It may be lost on students who don’t have that level of maturity.”
“Bluebird” is the author’s ninth book and is not part of a series.
Cameron’s “Bluebird” highlights the struggle for freedom through the main character’s eyes.