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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Action & AdventureWisconsin • 1870s
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Coming of Age•
Siblings2013
Middle grade
10-14 years
690L
One Came Home by Amy Timberlake tells the story of Georgie Burkhardt, a thirteen-year-old girl in 1871 Wisconsin who refuses to believe her sister Agatha is dead after finding a decomposed body in Agatha's dress. Georgie embarks on a quest with Billy McCabe to uncover the truth, encountering dangers and uncovering secrets, ultimately discovering that Agatha is alive and pursuing education.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Emotional
Bittersweet
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Amy Timberlake's One Came Home has been praised for its captivating narrative and strong, vivid setting. Critics commend Timberlake's creation of a compelling protagonist and her beautiful prose. However, some feel the pacing can be uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it's a well-regarded historical mystery with strong character development but minor pacing issues.
Readers who enjoy historical mysteries, strong female protagonists, and coming-of-age stories will find One Came Home by Amy Timberlake captivating. Similar to fans of Holes by Louis Sachar or To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, this book blends adventure, mystery, and rich historical detail.
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Billy
Georgie’s travel companion who is initially regarded with suspicion but becomes a respected figure influencing Georgie’s growth and self-perception.
Agatha
Georgie’s older sister, who is remembered for her fearless and independent nature, serving as a catalyst for Georgie's personal journey and reflections.
Georgie’s Grandfather
The family patriarch who supports Georgie’s ambitions to run the family store but dismisses Agatha’s desire for independence, embodying societal expectations.
272
Novel • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
Action & AdventureWisconsin • 1870s
•
Coming of Age•
Siblings2013
Middle grade
10-14 years
690L
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