The Virgin Cure by Ami McKay
Set in the gritty streets of 19th-century Manhattan, the narrative follows Moth, a young girl sold into servitude by her desperate mother. As she navigates the harsh realities of her new life, Moth encounters a world of fortune tellers, thieves, and a society obsessed with the "virgin cure"—a misguided belief that deflowering a virgin could cure a man of disease. Through her journey, Moth's resilience and determination shine as she seeks to reclaim her life and find a place where she truly belongs, all while exposing the dark underbelly of a society rife with exploitation and inequality.
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- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 320-400
- Original Language
- English
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