| Author: | Ann Rinaldi | ISBN: | 9780547351506 |
| Publisher: | HMH Books | Publication: | May 1, 1996 |
| Imprint: | HMH Books for Young Readers | Language: | English |
| Author: | Ann Rinaldi |
| ISBN: | 9780547351506 |
| Publisher: | HMH Books |
| Publication: | May 1, 1996 |
| Imprint: | HMH Books for Young Readers |
| Language: | English |
For young Kay, growing up in middle class America during World War II is a confusing and sometimes painful experience. Her stepmother, Amazing Grace, is a selfish woman who takes her unhappiness out on those around her. And for a little girl so concerned with pleasing others and doing the honorable thing, life with Amazing Grace is nearly unbearable. But Kay is also a believer. She’s determined to “keep smiling through,” as the song says, knowing that one day she will do something extraordinary. “A bittersweet historical novel.”—Kirkus Reviews
For young Kay, growing up in middle class America during World War II is a confusing and sometimes painful experience. Her stepmother, Amazing Grace, is a selfish woman who takes her unhappiness out on those around her. And for a little girl so concerned with pleasing others and doing the honorable thing, life with Amazing Grace is nearly unbearable. But Kay is also a believer. She’s determined to “keep smiling through,” as the song says, knowing that one day she will do something extraordinary. “A bittersweet historical novel.”—Kirkus Reviews
