Words on Fire by Jennifer A. Nielsen

From Jennifer A. Nielsen, bestselling author of The False Prince and Resistance, comes Words on Fire, a powerful historical novel about courage, resistance, and the life-saving power of books.
 
Set in 1893 Lithuania, when the Russian Empire outlawed the Lithuanian language, young Audra lives a quiet life—until soldiers storm her home and everything changes. Caught in a dangerous mission, Audra becomes part of the underground network of book smugglers risking their lives to preserve their culture.
 
Through danger, sacrifice, and the strength of words, Audra discovers that even the quietest person can rise to the call of courage. Words on Fire is a moving tale of resilience, freedom, and the enduring power of stories.
⭐ Why You’ll Love It
Written by Jennifer A. Nielsen, bestselling author of The False Prince.
A gripping story about freedom, language, and cultural survival.
Powerful heroine who grows from reluctant to courageous.
Perfect balance of history, suspense, and inspiration.
🎯 Perfect For
Readers ages 9–13 who love historical fiction.
Fans of Nielsen’s Resistance and The False Prince.
Classrooms teaching about language, censorship, and cultural resilience.
Readers who enjoy inspiring stories of courage and resistance.