Books like Children of Blood and Bone

Experience the inspiring true story of Artemisia Gentileschi, a talented painter in Rome's male-dominated art scene in 1610. When faced with the choice of a life in a convent or grinding pigment for her father's paint, Artemisia chose to follow her passion for art. But after a traumatic event, she must decide whether to remain silent or speak the truth, no matter the cost. Through it all, Artemisia remains determined to showcase the power of women through her incredible paintings.

Experience the thrilling climax of one of the greatest political battles in American history: the ratification of the constitutional amendment that granted women the right to vote. Follow the story of suffragists as they face opposition from politicians, clergy, corporations, and women who oppose their own enfranchisement. Through betrayal, blackmail, and courage, witness a confrontation that changed the course of history. The Woman's Hour tells the gripping story of how America's women won their own freedom and opened the door for the great twentieth-century battles for civil rights.

This memoir tackles the heavy topic of sexual assault, justice, and healing through the gripping story of a young survivor. It sheds light on the staggering statistics surrounding sexual assault and the institutions that often turn a blind eye. The author’s bravery in reporting her assault and shedding anonymity to help other survivors find their voice offers powerful solutions to upend rape culture. This remarkable young woman’s story of survival, advocacy, and hope in the face of trauma is sure to inspire readers.

This inspiring memoir chronicles a woman's journey to discover the cause of her chronic pain and endometriosis. Her story sheds light on the dismissive nature of the medical field towards women's health issues and advocates for a change in attitude towards women's bodies. It's time to rewrite the narrative and recognize that women's health needs are just as important as men's.

A Mexican-American family on the border celebrates the lives and legacies of two beloved relatives in this moving and poignant story. When patriarch Miguel Angel de La Cruz, known as Big Angel, summons his family for one last epic birthday celebration before he passes, he learns that his mother has also died. The weekend becomes a bittersweet farewell to two lives, featuring heartfelt tales of everyday citizens who overcame struggles in search of a better life in America. Luis Alberto Urrea's The House of Broken Angels is an epic and highly entertaining novel that cements his reputation as one of the best storytellers of his generation.

A collection of empowering poems that encourage women to take control of their own stories. Featuring a supernaturally powerful and inscrutably independent witch who refuses to be judged, oppressed, or marginalized, these moving and relatable poems urge readers to embrace their own resilience and rise up against oppression.

"Explore a fantastical and familiar geography in this captivating collection of eleven new stories that tackle themes of love, childhood, and parenthood. From small-town America to the Arctic Ocean, Ramona Ausubel's tales feature an eclectic mix of travelers, expats, shadows, and ghosts. Spanning mythology and universal experiences of loss, leaving home, and longing, this elegantly structured book promises to take you on a journey through the wild and uncharted terrain of the human heart."