We Own the Sky
Sale price
$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022 · Est. 4.5 hour read

We Own the Sky

By Rodman Philbrick

Orphaned siblings face danger from the KKK in 1924 Maine.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 415 ratings
208 pages· 32,323 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
$18.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

In 1924 Maine, orphaned siblings Davy and Jo Michaud find themselves entangled in a dangerous world. Taken in by a daring aviator, they join a troupe of stunt pilots, performing breathtaking aerial feats. But as the Ku Klux Klan rises, fueled by racial hatred, the siblings become targets. When a sinister revenge plot ensnares them, Davy and Jo must navigate a perilous path to freedom. Can they outwit their captors and survive the summer's deadly threats?

From the publisher

A thrilling historical adventure by the master of adventure himself, Rodman Philbrick.It’s Maine, 1924, and the Ku Klux Klan is on the rise.Davy and Jo Michaud have been recently orphaned. Taken in by a distant relative–a famous aviator–they are now working with a group of stunt pilots who spend their time wing walking, leaping from plane to plane, and flying through fireworks! But though the stunts are dangerous, the real threat is building behind the scenes.The KKK is on the rise in Maine that summer, inspired by the racial fears promoted in Birth of a Nation. They spew hatred of immigrants, Blacks, Jews, and French Catholics–that last, a rage that will be directed at Davy and Jo.When Davy and Jo cross paths with the Klan, they get tangled up in a terrible revenge plan, and held as hostages. Can they escape with their lives?

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
208
Words
32,323
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~811L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about historyBooks about siblingsBooks about the circusBooks about transportation
For readers who can't stop at one

The next favorite is already out there.

Age-appropriate books selected to help their love of reading grow, delivered right to their door.

Find their book club
Bookroo club box with books for growing readers
The author

More from Rodman Philbrick

Explore Rodman's bookshelf
Freak the Mighty
#1 in Series
Sale price
$899

Freak the Mighty

Ages 9–12 · 1993

Wildfire

Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Last Book in the Universe

Ages 9–12 · 2000
The Young Man and the Sea
Sale price
$699

The Young Man and the Sea

Ages 9–12 · 2004
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

Paper Wishes

Ages 9–12 · 2016

Kaspar

Ages 9–12 · 2008

Kizzy Ann Stamps

Ages 9–12 · 2012
The Hero Two Doors Down
Sale price
$799

The Hero Two Doors Down

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Turtle in Paradise

Ages 9–12 · 2010
Someplace to Call Home
Sale price
$999

Someplace to Call Home

Ages 9–12 · 2019

The Way to Stay in Destiny

Ages 8–12 · 2015

The Year of the Bomb

Ages 10–13 · 2009
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~S
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
517865
Publication
Published
September 6, 2022
First published
January 1, 2022
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338736298

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo