4.36 avg rating — 45,156 ratings

"A stellar debut with heart that reminds us why children deserve to be heard, seen, and appreciated no matter their family situation. Yang tells her story without killing any parents or orphans. Triumph!"

4.04 avg rating — 2,140 ratings

"Kids need to know history to appreciate where we are today, and this book is relevant, well-written, and a bit like Colson Whitehead's Underground Railroad...only for kids. "

4.27 avg rating — 13,806 ratings

"I'm an unabashed fan of DiCamillo, and she shares so many truths in this story. Louisiana reminds us why we must never give in to despair. "

4.21 avg rating — 20,480 ratings

"I learned about Indian history from this book. I felt like I'd lost my best friend it when I finished it."

4.28 avg rating — 18,139 ratings

"I reread several parts of this book and enjoyed it even more the second time. Lucy's story is endearing and drives home the point that genius isn't much without people to share it with."