I can't think of a lot of YA historical fiction that is set during the Irish potato famine, so I was excited to pick this one up! In true Sarah Crossan style, this is an emotional story with a cast of well-rounded characters you'll immediately come to care for. It's a fairly quick read, since it is told in verse, but that doesn't take away from the emotional depth. If you like historical fiction and novels in verse, definitely check this one out.