#1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Winner of the Carnegie Medal.
Ruta Sepetys was born and raised in Michigan in a family of artists, readers, and music lovers. The daughter of a refugee, Ruta is drawn to underrepresented stories of strength through struggle and hopes to give voice to those who weren’t able to tell their story. Her award-winning historical novels are published in over fifty countries and have received over forty literary prizes.
Last updated on March 3, 2026
The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys is a five star book that will sweep you off your feet and open your eyes to a terrifying period of time in Spain’s history. The writing is breathtaking and the characters are compelling. Fans of historical fiction will want to add this latest Sepetys novel to their fall reading list. Continue reading