Fever 1793

Firefly & Fern Summary

Fever 1793 follows fourteen-year-old Mattie as she navigates the terrifying yellow fever epidemic that grips Philadelphia in the summer of 1793. Through vivid historical storytelling, young readers experience both the personal struggles and broader social upheaval of a city in crisis, discovering themes of resilience, compassion, and growing up in extraordinary circumstances. This gripping novel brings American history to life while exploring how ordinary people find courage when facing catastrophe.