In 16th-century England, Meggy Swann, a young apprentice alchemist, navigates a world of science, magic, and societal expectations.
Author
Karen Cushman
7 books in the catalog
Karen Cushman has 7 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, coming of age and middle grade. The titles we've reviewed span 1996 to 2010.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 10–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Karen Cushman's work include courage. Content concerns tend to be mild across the titles we've reviewed.
This novel follows Francine Green, a young girl in 1930s California, as she grapples with family secrets, her own identity, and the complexities of growing up.
A young Polish girl named Sofia immigrates to America with her family and experiences the challenges and joys of a new life.
Lucy Whipple dreams of adventure beyond her small Massachusetts town and eventually travels to the California Gold Rush with her family.
In 14th-century England, Lady Catherine struggles with arranged marriage and societal expectations as she yearns for a different life.
Matilda Bone, an orphan in medieval England, learns about her past and the power of storytelling.
Cristine, an orphan in medieval England, becomes an apprentice to a midwife and learns about life and healing.
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