Under a Painted Sky, Stacey Lee
Under a Painted Sky, Stacey Lee
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Under a Painted Sky

Author: Stacey Lee

Narrator: Emily Woo Zeller

Unabridged: 10 hr 15 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/24/2023


Synopsis

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Downstairs Girl, Stacey Lee's debut novel is a powerful story about love, friendship, and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Code Name Verity.

“This moving novel will captivate you.”—Buzzfeed.com  

All Samantha wanted was to move back to New York and pursue her music, which was difficult enough being a Chinese girl in Missouri, 1849. Then her fate takes a turn for the worse after a tragic accident leaves her with nothing and she breaks the law in self-defense. With help from Annamae, a runaway slave she met at the scene of her crime, the two flee town for the unknown frontier. 
    But life on the Oregon Trail is unsafe for two girls. Disguised as Sammy and Andy, two boys heading for the California gold rush, each search for a link to their past and struggle to avoid any unwanted attention. Until they merge paths with a band of cowboys turned allies, and Samantha can’t stop herself from falling for one. But the law is closing in on them and new setbacks come each day, and the girls will quickly learn there are not many places one can hide on the open trail.         

Winner of the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award
An ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick
An Amelia Bloomer Book

About The Author

Stacey Lee is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Downstairs GirlLuck of the Titanic, Under a Painted Sky and Outrun the Moon, the winner of the PEN Center USA Literary Award for Young Adult Fiction. She is a fourth-generation Chinese American and a founding member of We Need Diverse Books. Born in Southern California, she graduated from UCLA and then got her law degree at UC Davis King Hall. She lives with her family outside San Francisco. You can visit Stacey at staceyhlee.com. Or follow her on Twitter @staceyleeauthor.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Emily May on April 14, 2015

I admit that there are some books I only read to satisfy my curiosity after I see all the hype. You know the kind - they win a bunch of awards, get a kirkus starred review, feature in Goodreads "best books of the month"... and yet, you read the description and you're just not that excited for it. Bu......more

Goodreads review by Danielle on August 21, 2020

Perhaps it’s due to my childhood computer class time, spent entirely on the game Oregon Trail, that I seem to enjoy this genre. People uprooting their entire family for a ‘better life’ risking starvation, cholera, dehydration, typhoid, snake bites, bandits and Indians attacking. It’s an adventure, t......more

Goodreads review by Heather on March 05, 2015

I am the worst at reviews, so I'll try to keep it simple: I do not like westerns. I do not like horses or cowboys or dusty trails. I am super picky about historical fiction and would NEVER choose one set in the "Wild West." And I love this book, which is a historical fiction, full of the horses, cow......more

Goodreads review by lydia ‧ ia on November 12, 2023

mulan but with cowboys......more

Goodreads review by Rachel on October 26, 2015

Initial Thoughts: A book filled with beautiful writing, amazing characters, a lovely plot, an epic setting, and great themes. I loved this one so much. Read the full review @ A Perfection Called Books "I never heard anyone call the sky painted before, but it's the perfect word. Clouds outlined in gold......more


Quotes

Winner of the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award 
An ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick
An Amelia Bloomer Book 


“Debut author Stacey Lee successfully rides onto the range with this sweeping, warmhearted tale.”—The Chicago Tribune
 
“A much needed multicultural look at the Oregon Trail, with resourceful, smart, and brave Chinese American and African American girls as main characters. High drama, tension, romantic longings, and touches of humor will entice historical fiction fans.”—School Library Journal
 
“This moving novel will captivate you.”—Buzzfeed.com 
 
*“Emotionally resonant and not without humor, this impressive debut about survival and connection, resourcefulness and perseverance will keep readers on the very edges of their seats.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
 
“A great fit for fans of historical adventure with a touch of romance.”—Booklist
 
*“A story that distinguishes itself by integrating strands of Chinese lore and wisdom, Christianity, and music with themes of friendship, diversity, and survival.”—Publisher’s Weekly, starred review
 
“Get ready to fall in love with this one.” – Bustle.com
 
“A solid, entertaining read.”—Tor.com
 
“A beautifully narrated story about first loves, unbreakable friendships and family found in unlikely strangers.”—BookPage