"Powerful storytelling and immersive art." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Vibrant writing and magical realism lift this story to one of triumph." --Publishers Weekly
"Nolen's lively prose style recalls the richness of the oral tradition in this tale of triumphant courage and abiding hope." --The Horn Book
"A moving choice for children's collections." --Booklist A Parents'...
June 19 marks the day in 1865 when Union Troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, the last stop on their tour to liberate enslaved persons in the US—a day of hope. But the history, both before and after this day, has been fraught. Here we present a reading list for a range of ages shedding light on this complex subject.