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Her works offer not only entertainment but also insightful reflections on societal issues, making them an excellent addition to any young reader's library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"liberty-by-nikki-mcwatters-9780702260292","title":"Liberty","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful novel about three young women caught in the battles of their own time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1472, Jeanne's father has arranged her marriage to the French Lieutenant Lagoy against her wishes, but armed forces are swelling outside the stone walls. Jeanne risks her life to rally the city's women to protect the freedom of her people and perhaps herself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1797, Betsy, a feisty, brave Irish girl, along with her brother George and best friend, Will, secretly join the rebel army, unbeknownst to her father. 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