The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee
Set in 1890s Atlanta, this captivating historical novel follows Jo Kuan, a Chinese-American teenager who works as a lady's maid by day and secretly writes an advice column for a local newspaper by night. As "Miss Sweetie," Jo challenges societal norms and addresses issues of race, gender, and class, all while navigating her own identity and uncovering secrets about her past. Her dual life becomes increasingly complicated as she juggles her hidden persona with her everyday struggles, ultimately leading to revelations that could change her life forever.
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
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