Library's review
On a summer break, Lou begins to dig into the past of her Civil War-era house, and develops a passion for historical preservation. The story chronicles battles against racism both in the present and in the past and illustrates the importance of fighting for what is right.
Genres
Lexile
660L
Publication
Nancy Paulsen Books (2015), 288 pages
Description
When the city of Zollicoffer, Tennessee, where her family lives, announces plans to seize their one hundred seventy-five year old house through eminent domain, twelve-year-old Louise Mayhew needs to come up with a way to save it--and her ancestor's Civil War diary linking the house to the Underground Railroad, as well as a hidden treasure, seem to offer her family the best chance of saving their home.
Awards
Wyoming Indian Paintbrush Award (Nominee — 2018)
Young Hoosier Book Award (Nominee — Intermediate — 2018)
Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award (Nominee — 2018)
Volunteer State Book Award (Nominee — Middle School — 2018)
Maud Hart Lovelace Award (Nominee — 2019)
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
0399168389 / 9780399168383
DDC/MDS
| 813.6 |