The Last Runaway
(Author) Tracy ChevalierWhen Quaker Honor Bright sails from Bristol with her sister, she is fleeing heartache for a new life in America, far from home. But tragedy leaves her alone and vulnerable, torn between two worlds and dependent on the kindness of strangers, and life in 1850s Ohio is precarious and unsentimental.
Tracy Chevalier
Tracy Chevalier is a bestselling American-British author known for her historical fiction novels. Her most notable work, "Girl with a Pearl Earring," is a fictional account of the creation of Johannes Vermeer's famous painting. Chevalier's writing is characterized by meticulous research, vivid descriptions, and compelling storytelling. She has made significant contributions to the historical fiction genre, bringing to life lesser-known historical events and figures. Chevalier's works have been praised for their attention to detail and ability to transport readers to different time periods.