Rising Above Shepherdsville

Beach Lane Books / Simon & Schuster / July 16, 2019

“A stunning debut, highly recommended…“

—Booklist, Starred Review

“This debut novel is a somber yet encouraging testament to the power of grief to break people down and of community to help rebuild.”

—School Library Journal

“…the flavorful style and well-chosen detail effectively create the atmosphere.”

—BCCB

“The strongest moments bring the natural world and its creatures, feathered and human, to life …”

—Kirkus Reviews