Books like The keeping days by Norma Johnston
Set in the early twentieth‑century streets of Yonkers, New York, *The Keeping Days* follows the Sterling family through a series of challenges. The story is told from the perspective of 14‑year‑old Tish, who observes her parents, siblings, and community as they confront economic and social difficulties. The book is the first in a series that explores the Sterling family’s journey with titles such as *Glory in the Flower*, *The Sanctuary Tree*, *A Mustard Seed of Magic*, *A Nice Girl Like You*, and *Myself and I*.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Norma Johnston
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