Outrun the Moon

From the author of the critically acclaimed "Under a Painted Sky, "an unforgettable story of determination set against a backdrop of devastating tragedy. Perfect for fans of "Code Name Verity."
San Francisco, 1906: Fifteen-year-old Mercy Wong is determined to break from the poverty in Chinatown, [...]
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From the author of the critically acclaimed "Under a Painted Sky, "an unforgettable story of determination set against a backdrop of devastating tragedy. Perfect for fans of "Code Name Verity."
San Francisco, 1906: Fifteen-year-old Mercy Wong is determined to break from the poverty in Chinatown, and an education at St. Clare sSchool for Girls is her best hope. Although St. Clare s is off-limits to all but the wealthiest white girls, Mercy gains admittance througha mix of cunning and a little bribery, only to discover that getting in was the easiest part. Not to be undone by a bunch ofspoiled heiresses, Mercy stands strong until disaster strikes.
On April 18, a historic earthquake rocks San Francisco, destroying Mercy s home and school. Now she s forced to wait with her classmates for their families in a temporary park encampment. Though fires might rage, and the city may be in shambles, Mercy can t sit by while they wait for the army to bring help she still has the bossy cheeks that mark her as someone who gets things done. But what can one teenage girl do to heal so many suffering in her broken city?
Breakout author Stacey Lee masterfully crafts another remarkable novel set against a unique historical backdrop. Strong-willed Mercy Wong leads a cast of diverse characters in this extraordinary tale of survival."