About This Book
Reach for this book when your daughter is navigating the transition from childhood to adolescence and feels pressured to fit into a specific social mold. It is a perfect fit for the girl who is discovering that her worth comes from her capability and resilience rather than her ability to follow polite society's rules. Set in 1855, the story follows sixteen year old Jane Peck as she moves from the refined streets of Philadelphia to the rugged Washington Territory, only to find that her fancy finishing school training is useless in the wilderness. Through Jane's eyes, readers explore the clash between Victorian expectations and the raw reality of frontier life. The story balances humor and high stakes, touching on themes of grief, cultural exchange with the Chinook people, and the slow build of self confidence. It is a spirited historical adventure that celebrates the grit required to build a life on one's own terms, making it an excellent choice for middle grade readers who enjoy stories of independent young women finding their place in a wild world.
