librarybonanza 's review for:

4.0

Age: 4th-7th grade
Activism: Wrongful incarceration, Innocence Project
Food: Avid baker
Tough Issue: Imprisoned father

All set to apply for a national baking show competition, Zoe's life takes a sudden turn when she finds a letter addressed to her from her imprisoned father. Marks expertly approaches the stigmatization of black people in the justice system through the lens of a 12-year-old. While the subject matter is heavy, Marks keeps her audience in mind, incorporating friendship troubles, family clashes, and a tantalizing mystery--is Zoe's father truly innocent and how can Zoe help?