Just as good as A Night Divided, if not better. I loved Audra's story. As a person who works in a library, I know how powerful books are and what lengths people will go to get them, or the lengths they'll go to to stop people from having them. While I wanted to scream at the injustice that people have faced, I also wanted to cheer for every victory that Audra and Lukas had.

I LOVE this book. It is one of my favorite books by her.

I enjoyed this book immensely. The characters were relatable and memorable, the pace was exactly right (consistently not lagging and not overwhelming either, but the perfect balance of epic adventure and life's meaningful moments), and there was nothing parents would find questionable. The dialogue was engaging and flowed well, and I found Audra an interesting, loyal, and clever companion to the secretive Lukas and gruff old Ben. Through her endeavors comes the reality of what people went through to keep books alive. Words really are power, and Nilsen does an excellent job of unveiling one of the lesser-known struggles in history. Recommended for any age.

awesome book! recommend!

Words on Fire is a wonderful story, following the shy character of Audra who must face the trials of living in Lithuania, a country occupied by Russians. When Audra is introduced to her parent’s world of book smuggling after they are arrested, she forces herself to find her inner strength to continue their work. Audra’s adventures are captivating and suspenseful, and are a great example of how Jennifer A. Nielsen can bring history to life for her readers. I love this book most because of the way it explores the true value of books, and how they are deeply connected with the culture and identity of a nation. This is a good read for all young adult readers. 5/5 - @BookBear13 of the Hamilton Public Library's Teen Review Board