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After a devastating event ends her successful career, Dr. Julia Cates retreats to her quiet western Washington hometown. There she encounters Alice, a six‑year‑old who has mysteriously emerged from the surrounding deep woods, her eyes haunted by fear and isolation.
Julia becomes determined to heal both Alice and herself. With the help of an estranged sister and a charismatic local doctor, she faces the challenges of finding a home for the child and re‑establishing her own sense of purpose. The story explores themes of redemption, the resilience of the human spirit, and the complexities of navigating grief and new beginnings.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Kristin Hannah
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