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The Miracle and Tragedy of the Dionne Quintuplets
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Sarah Miller is the author of the historical fiction novels Miss Spitfire- Reaching Helen Keller,which was called "an accomplished debut" in a starred review fromBooklistand was named an ALA-ALSC Notable Children's Book, andThe Lost Crown,a novel hailed as "fascinating" in a starred review fromKirkus Reviewsand named an ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adults.

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A Bulletin 2019 Blue Ribbon Book

"Miller avoids a sensational tone, and her fresh and detailed reconstruction of this famous story is riveting — part tabloid story, part poignant biography."
–New York Times Book Review

"[A] thorough, fascinating deep dive into the lives of five girls who captured the attention of millions"–Booklist, Starred Review

"Miller demonstrates herself once again to be a dab hand at examining a historic media frenzy and analyzing the legacy of its lore, leaving trails of ill-informed opinion and blame that lingers into the present."–Bulletin, Starred Review

“Fascinating and well-told. Miller negotiates the multiple viewpoints with a clear eye and extensive research.” – Voya, Starred Review

“International media darlings during the Great Depression, the Dionne sisters are virtually unknown to today’s young people, but Miller’s intense focus on what the girls were going through makes their story timeless.” –Horn Book, Starred Review

“It is impossible not to feel the tragedy of the quintuplets’ lives….  eye-opening, thoroughly researched.”—Publishers Weekly

“Captivating and enchanting, as well as respectful…. Thoughtfully, cautiously, and candidly researched.”—School Library Journal

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