Winters, Cat. The Steep and Thorny Way. 352p. Abrams/Amulet. Mar. 2016. Tr $17.95. ISBN 9781419719158.
The Steep and Thorny Way is coming March 8 from Amulet Books/Abrams. You'll be able to read an excerpt from the first chapter at YA Books Central next Friday, January 15.
More Advance Praise
★ “A fast-paced read with multiple twists, the novel delivers a history lesson wrapped inside a murder mystery and ghost story. Winters deftly captures the many injustices faced by marginalized people in the years following World War I as well as a glimmer of hope for the better America to come. A riveting story of survival, determination, love, and friendship.”
—Kirkus, starred review
★ “A powerful, gripping, and exceptionally well-executed glimpse into a little-known corner of U.S. history.”
—Booklist, starred review
“Cat Winters proves herself the master of YA historical fiction in this richly woven, theatrical tale of haints, friendship, and a time period we don't dare forget.”
—Megan Shepherd, author of The Madman's Daughter series
“Haunting, visceral, and atmospheric, Cat Winters's The Steep and Thorny Way is a fantastic read from one of the best in the genre.”
—RenĂ©e Ahdieh, author of The Wrath and the Dawn
“A tale of secrets, murder, intolerance, friendship, and restless spirits, seen through the eyes of the vibrant, truth-seeking, pistol-slinging Hanalee. Marvelous.”
—April Genevieve Tucholke, author of Wink, Poppy, Midnight
—April Genevieve Tucholke, author of Wink, Poppy, Midnight
“Cat Winters clearly and descriptively depicts a way of life in rural Oregon that most are not aware of . . . The historical accuracy provides a powerful sense of realism.”
—ALAN Picks
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Yaaay for more starred reviews :D Oh, how I loved this book. <3 Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Carina! <3
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