Lauren Wolk

HISTORICAL FICTION FOR OUR CURRENT MOMENT: Ellie's experiences with isolation and Depression-era challenges connected deeply with readers as the pandemic changed everything about life as we knew it. The Wall Street Journal said "Amid our own dislocations with the coronavirus, this is a book that will soothe readers like a healing balm."

ANOTHER CRITICAL STUNNER FOR LAUREN WOLK: With five starred reviews and a growing list of best-of-the-year accolades, Echo Mountain delivers another brilliant and lyrical read-quintessential Lauren Wolk.

ACCLAIMED, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: With a Newbery Honor for Wolf Hollow and the Scott O'Dell Award for Beyond the Bright Sea, Lauren Wolk has established herself as a contemporary pillar of historical fiction.

COMPELLING, STRONG FEMALE ROLE MODELS: Much like Wolk's previous two novels, at the heart of Echo Mountain is a complex, strong, and engaging young woman. And along her journey, Ellie will learn and grow thanks to the strength and unshakable persistence of the women in her life.

MOVING, BEAUTIFUL PROSE: Wolk's writing never fails to amaze, and she continues to weave the spell of poignant details and deep observation that makes her a one-of-a-kind standout talent.

MEDICINE & HEALING: Among the many things Ellie has learned on the mountain, she's also discovered her own drive (and talent) for helping others to heal. The book is rich with fascinating (and occasionally fascinatingly gross) natural remedies.

UNIQUE AND COMPELLING HISTORY: Wolk provides another brilliant window into American history, and offers a glimpse of a time and place many young readers can discover in all-new ways through Ellie's sharp and moving narration.