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Foster McFee, a twelve‑year‑old girl, and her mother escape from the abusive boyfriend of her mother. After arriving in the quiet town of Culpepper, West Virginia, they learn to apply their personal strengths, challenge themselves, and create a new, hopeful future. With the support of neighbors and friends they meet in their new community, they begin to build a fresh life together.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Joan Bauer
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