Sadie Crosswhite, a young Kentucky slave, watches in horror as her close friend January is beaten by plantation owners after trying to escape. Sadie keeps a sparrow that January carved for her to remember him always, but she is forced to leave without the sparrow when her family tries to escape the plantation in the middle of the night. After long and dangerous travels, Sadie and her family settle in the town of Marshall, Michigan. They begin to adapt to a life of freedom until the sparrow mysteriously arrives at their doorstep with the words "I found you" attached.
Who brought January's sparrow to the doorstep, and what will be in store for Sadie's family next? To find out, read this adventurous tale of slavery, bravery and kindness. Based on a true story, this tale will touch readers' minds and hearts, leading them on an emotional journey of heartbreak then renewed faith in humanity. It will spark important discussions on slavery and social justice.
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