Luck of the Titanic

Winston Chu vs. the Whimsies

Outrun the Moon

The Downstairs Girl

Thunder on the Plains

The After Life

One Came Home

P.K. Pinkerton and the Pistol-Packing Widows

Under a Painted Sky, a historical fiction novel by Stacey Lee, is set in 1849 and follows the story of Samantha Young, a Chinese-American girl, and Annamae, a runaway slave. After a tragic fire kills Samantha's father, she finds herself falsely accused of murder. The two girls meet and, disguised as boys for safety, they embark on a perilous journey along the Oregon Trail. Seeking freedom and a fresh start, they encounter diverse travelers, face the harsh realities of the American frontier, and forge a deep bond of friendship. Along the way, they are guided by the stars and their dreams of a better life, confronting issues of race, gender, and survival against the backdrop of the Gold Rush era.

Discover Your Child's Next Read

Luck of the Titanic

Stacey Lee, 2021

Winston Chu vs. the Whimsies

Stacey Lee, 2023

Outrun the Moon

Stacey Lee, 2016

The Downstairs Girl

Stacey Lee, 2019

Thunder on the Plains

Gary Robinson, 2013

The After Life

Daniel Ehrenhaft, 2006

One Came Home

Amy Timberlake, 2013

P.K. Pinkerton and the Pistol-Packing Widows

Caroline Lawrence, 2013