Description Catherine, a spirited and inquisitive young woman of good family, narrates in diary form the story of her fourteenth year--the year 1290. karencushman.com, @cushmanbooks.
She lives on Vashon Island in Washington State.
About the Author Karen Cushman \'s acclaimed historical novels include The Midwife\'s Apprentice , which received the Newbery Medal.
A Newbery Honor Book.
Description Catherine, a spirited and inquisitive young woman of good family, narrates in diary form the story of her fourteenth year--the year 1290