A 12-year-old tomboy is accused of murdering her sister's boyfriend in this drama set in the hills of North Carolina in 1928. The story is narrated by Dovey in a frank, authentic voice and builds momentum right up until the surprising conclusion. Dovey's need to protect both her deaf brother, Amos, and her sister, Caroline, makes her a believable victim.--Ministry of Education website.

English language arts grade 7 (2009).