Sapphire's Grave: A Novel crime Katie learns that changes affecting

Katie learns that changes affecting her life were instigated by forces and people far removed from her

and Jacqueline Alcántara’s vibrant and evocative illustrations capture the wonder and emotions experienced on the trail and the special relationship between a parent and a child

52 icons of color from the past and present

pursued by militias

and as a young man he lands a job as chef at the fancy Moon's Lake House

Sapphire's Grave: A Novel crime Katie learns that changes affectingThe debut of a major new talent, SAPPHIRE'S GRAVE tells the stories of several generations of African American women, bringing their spirit and their sorrow to life with a power, sensitivity, and immediacy. In 1749 in Sierra Leone, a woman of fierce dignity is captured and forced onto a slave ship. On the harrowing voyage to the Americas, she is beaten for her unrelenting will and staunch pride. When she arrives, she gives birth to a daughter who is