A Kirkus Best of the Year A BookPage Best Book of the Year "Grief, memories, and the difficulty of letting go permeate this powerful story about family, friendship, and finding your voice . deeply compelling . A riveting, courage-filled story." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review " Though the novel is set in the 1980s, issues surrounding housing inequity and financial precarity deeply resonate with present-day challenges. Employing Pandu's lilting voice and quiet bravery, Perkins crafts an introspective novel about moving on from loss and finding the courage to fight for what one believes in." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "The story is set in the summer of 1980 in Silicon Valley, California, before the tech boom. It is a place on the cusp, much like the story's protagonist, who finds herself compelled by memories of her past; the complex and fascinating history she uncovers; and possibilities for the future of her town, her family, and herself." -- Horn Book , starred review "Many books advocate for listening carefully to people of opposing views while following one's own beliefs, but few do it better than Perkins' exceptional Hope in the Valley.

" -- Bookpage , starred review "Perkins explores topics that were relevant both then and now, including racism, housing inequity, and activism on a level that young readers will be able to comprehend and learn from.Perkins explores matters of grief, growing up, and multigenerational relationships in a moving novel that will resonate and linger with readers long after the last beautiful page." -- School Library Journal , starred review " Perfect for readers seeking an emboldened young hero." -- Booklist "Beautifully written." -- Book Riot.