Publisher's Synopsis
In this classic novel, Harriet Beecher Stowe explores the lives of the people who inhabit the island of Orr's Island. The story centers around a young girl named Maribel, who is forced to grow up quickly after her mother dies. Through Maribel's journey, readers are introduced to a cast of complex and engaging characters who struggle with issues of love, family, and identity. This novel is a powerful examination of life in a small New England community during the mid-19th century.
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