"A first purchase for all libraries wishing to inspire readers to make their own path rather than follow the trail." -- School Library Journal "Kadarusman beautifully brings Kartini to life with clarity and empathy in a story that's educational without being preachy and is a superb pick for readers interested in history and activism." -- Kirkus Reviews "In this fictitious depiction of Kartini, a quietly resolute visionary and Indonesian icon, Michelle Kadarusman brings to life the struggle between tradition and progress and the courage of a girl who dared to stand up against the sequestering of women to fulfill her own dreams." -- Wendy Orr, author of Out of the Valley of Horses , Swallows Dance , and Nim's Island " Seabird is an enchanting feminist story of a young woman in the late 19th century Indonesia. By advocating for change in her family and her community, Kartini inspires change throughout the world." -- Linda Trinh, award-winning author of The Nguyen Kids series " Seabird is a charming story of friendship and fortitude, highlighting the challenges facing a young woman who desires freedom from traditional views of the role of women. The correspondence between two friend who are experiencing different cultural upbringing is both heartfelt and enlightening." -- Anne O'Brien, author of Spirit and Grit!: Women Entrepreneurs Who Blazed the Trail "This book is a beautiful testament to the power that one voice, one woman, can have to change the course of history.

"-- Sidura Ludwig, author of SWAN: THE GIRL WHO GREW.