This Strange New Feeling

Firefly & Fern Summary

This poignant collection of interconnected stories explores the profound experiences of African Americans seeking love and freedom during slavery and its aftermath. Through intimate narratives that span generations, Julius Lester illuminates the resilience, courage, and humanity of people whose bonds of love transcended one of America's darkest chapters. Young readers will discover powerful stories of hope, dignity, and the enduring human capacity to find connection against impossible odds.