About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling overwhelmed by societal shifts or needs to see a model of intellectual curiosity during a crisis. It follows India Moody, a young woman in the 1860s who rejects traditional finishing school to study chemistry and biology under a local mentor. When the Civil War arrives at her doorstep in Virginia, she must use her scientific knowledge and incredible bravery to save her father. Parents will appreciate the balance between a gritty, realistic historical setting and a protagonist who remains deeply committed to her education and personal growth. It is a powerful story about finding one's voice and purpose when the world is falling apart. Best for ages 12 and up due to realistic descriptions of war and loss.
