Synopses & Reviews
It is 1932, in Harlan County, Kentucky. Times are tough in the mining community, especially for thirteen-year-old Adabel Cutlers family. As they fight to survive, Adabel has to figure out her own identity while dealing with her volatile father, her dutiful sister, her defiant brother, and her mothers disappearance, which she cant seem to remember. This is a beautifully written and deeply felt coming-of-age novel by the acclaimed author of Like a River. Includes an authors note, bibliography, and archival images.
About the Author
Kathy Cannon Wiechmans debut novel, Like a River: A Civil War Novel was published by Calkins Creek (Spring 2015) and earned a Kirkus star. She lives with her family in Cincinnati, Ohio. Visit kathycannonwiechman.com.