The Home For Unwanted Girls by Joanna Goodman
Set against the backdrop of 1950s Quebec, this poignant tale follows the life of a young woman torn between societal expectations and her own desires. When she is forced to give up her illegitimate daughter at birth, her life becomes a journey of heartache and resilience. As the years pass, the daughter grows up in a harsh orphanage, unaware of her mother's existence. The story intricately weaves themes of love, loss, and the enduring bond between mother and child, ultimately exploring the lengths one will go to reclaim what was once lost.
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
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