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Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, "The Storyteller's Daughter" follows fifteen‑year‑old Quinn, the middle child in a working‑class family. Quinn’s father has long been a source of strength, optimism, and support for his family, friends, and neighbors. As the story unfolds, Quinn learns secrets about her beloved father that challenge her perceptions and test her resilience.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Jean Thesman
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