
By Lois Lenski
A girl faces strict Puritan rules while her parents are away.
In 1830, young Phebe Fairchild is sent to live with her strict Puritan relatives in Connecticut while her parents embark on a sea voyage. Stripped of her beloved Mother Goose book, Phebe must navigate a world of rigid rules and hidden family secrets. Can she find a way to hold onto her imagination and spirit in a household that forbids such freedoms? As she uncovers more about her family's past, Phebe's journey becomes one of self-discovery and resilience. What truths will she uncover, and how will they change her forever?
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