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Rory's Promise

By Michaela Maccoll and Rosemary Nichols

By Michaela Maccoll and Rosemary Nichols

By Michaela Maccoll and Rosemary Nichols

By Michaela Maccoll and Rosemary Nichols

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Part of Hidden Histories

Hardcover $16.95

Sep 01, 2014 | ISBN 9781620916230 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Ebook $9.99

Oct 03, 2014 | ISBN 9781629792750 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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    About Rory’s Promise

    Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book
    Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Books, Best of the Best
    Missouri State Teachers Association Reading Circle Recommended Book

    Twelve-year-old orphan Rory Fitzpatrick lives with her younger sister Violet at New York City’s Foundling Hospital in the early 1900s. But when Rory discovers that Violet will be sent to the Arizona Territory to be adopted, her world is shattered.

    Although too old to be adopted herself, Rory—brave and smart—is determined to stay with her sister, even if it means hiding out on a train traveling west. When Rory and Violet arrive in Arizona, everything that could go wrong does go wrong. Will Rory give up? This uplifting novel about the power of faith and the true meaning of family launches the Hidden Histories series, spotlighting little-known tales from America’s past, and the children behind those stories. Includes authors’ note and further resources.

    About Rory’s Promise

    Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book
    Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Books, Best of the Best
    Missouri State Teachers Association Reading Circle Recommended Book

    Twelve-year-old orphan Rory Fitzpatrick lives with her younger sister Violet at New York City’s Foundling Hospital in the early 1900s. But when Rory discovers that Violet will be sent to the Arizona Territory to be adopted, her world is shattered.

    Although too old to be adopted herself, Rory—brave and smart—is determined to stay with her sister, even if it means hiding out on a train traveling west. When Rory and Violet arrive in Arizona, everything that could go wrong does go wrong. Will Rory give up? This uplifting novel about the power of faith and the true meaning of family launches the Hidden Histories series, spotlighting little-known tales from America’s past, and the children behind those stories. Includes authors’ note and further resources.

    About Michaela Maccoll

    Michaela MacColl has published several historical fiction novels. Prisoners in the Palace received a starred review from School Library Journal… More about Michaela Maccoll

    About Rosemary Nichols

    Rosemary Nichols has loved history all her life, especially the history of ordinary people. She has two history degrees from… More about Rosemary Nichols

    About Michaela Maccoll

    Michaela MacColl has published several historical fiction novels. Prisoners in the Palace received a starred review from School Library Journal… More about Michaela Maccoll

    About Rosemary Nichols

    Rosemary Nichols has loved history all her life, especially the history of ordinary people. She has two history degrees from… More about Rosemary Nichols

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books

    Hardcover | $16.95
    Published by Calkins Creek
    Sep 01, 2014 | 288 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781620916230

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Calkins Creek
    Oct 03, 2014 | 288 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781629792750
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    Praise

    “MacColl and Nichols team up for the first title in the new Hidden Histories series, which spotlights lesser-known historical moments. . . intrepid Rory is a likable protagonist with determination and heart, all of which will endear her to readers. . .” —Booklist

    “This first in the Hidden Histories series of middle-grade novels highlights an episode in which New York City’s Foundling Hospital sent white youth to unfamiliar Arizona Territory to be adopted by Mexican Catholics, raising the ire of Protestant Anglos and revealing the depths of their prejudice. . . The injustice, drama and action will have readers riveted. . . an exciting, eye-opening read.” —Kirkus Reviews

    ” . . . Readers will enjoy the fast-paced action and likable main character. Based on a true story and an actual event that took place in 1904, this is a historical novel with a unique topic and plenty of substance, making it especially suitable for class or group discussion.”—School Library Journal

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