Hello friends,

Here are some of the kind words, SLJ had to say about Blue Skies:

“This is an endearing story that skillfully addresses loss, love, and hope. Weaving together small-town charm and friendly antics, Bustard cleverly integrates a history of the Merci Trains with a young girl’s desperate desire to see her father again. . . . VERDICT This snapshot of a unique time in American history will inspire young readers and convince them that dreams are worth fighting for.” Rebecca Redinger, Lincoln Park Branch, Chicago Public Library, School Library Journal

With gratitude,

Anne