The Resurrectors
The Resurrectors: Henry Highland Garnet and the Spirit of the Wind
History was never meant to stay buried.
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Three friends. One mysterious stone. A journey through time to protect the stories someone wants the future to forget.
Spider, Micha and T.O. are spending the summer on an archaeology program when an artifact activates during a storm and carries them back to 1820s Maryland. There they meet the young Henry Highland Garnet, who would grow up to become one of the most powerful voices of the abolitionist movement.
Written by archaeologist and historian Dr. Cheryl Janifer LaRoche, The Resurrectors is the first book in a middle-grade time-travel series that brings real history to young readers through adventure, friendship and full-color illustration.
Awards and Reviews
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Gold Medal, 2026 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards
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Kirkus Reviews verdict: "Get It." Kirkus calls the book "An engaging mix of history and fantasy that shows the importance of listening, learning, and holding on to the past."
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BookLife Reviews: "Abolitionist's vivid history inspires trio of time-traveling kids."
About the Book
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Ages 9 to 12, grades 4 to 6
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Hardcover, 234 full-color pages
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Illustrated by Chuck Collins
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Published by Half Wild Press, 2026
For Schools and Libraries
Educators and librarians can learn more at TheResurrectors.com/schools-libraries. To book Dr. LaRoche for an author visit, see the Speaking page.