A fictionalized account of Charlotte Parkhurst, legendary stagecoach driver and the first woman to vote in California, if not the United States. In the 1800s orphaned girls had few rights and it certainly wasn't proper for one to better than a boy at horse riding. When life became too constricted at the grim orphanage, Charlotte set out on her own disguised as a boy. Working first as a stable hand and then as a driver until finally heading west. Ryan does a wonderful job bringing Charlotte to life while adding many memorable characters to the story including stable master Vern, fellow orphan Hayward, and mean Mr. Millshark. Many full page pencil drawings by Brian Selznick are peppered throughout the story and add additional interest to the story.
5 of 5 stars - Highly Recommended.
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