This book was recognised by the Georgia Children's Book Award. It was recognised in the Older Children category by the Jane Addams Children's Book Award.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 144 pages in this book. This book was published 2019 by HarperCollins .

Catherine Stock, known for her sensitive paintings, has illustrated many books for children, including several for Clarion. She divides her time between Rignac, France, and New York City. Lynn Joseph was born in Trinidad and now lives in Hollis, New York. Her book The Mermaid's Twin Sister: More Stories from Trinidad received the Americas Award.