Carolyn Pogue

Received a free copy of this book for review as a former What If? reviewer.

After the death of her father, Gwen Peters leaps at the chance to have the life of adventure and independence she's always dreamed of: she moves to Canada as a Home Child.

Gwen is a fantastic character, being both likeable and flawed. The author's personal connection to the material -- she was inspired by her own grandmother's time as a Home Child -- added a personal, compassionate touch. And the inclusion of actual verses from E. Pauline Johnson's poems adds another level of realism and atmosphere.… (meer)