I am tempted to shout from the rooftops; Read this book! But I am scared of heights so I'll settle for blogging about it.
From the book flap: Set during one of the most explosive periods in world history, this amazing story is equal parts adventure and a moving tale of family, identity, and the fire of self-worth that can, when fed, burn brightly in us all.
note: there are horses and knitting in the story