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When the influenza outbreak of 1918 claims their parents, Lydia Pierce and her older brother are left orphaned. Their grieving uncle arranges for the siblings to be raised in the tranquil, communal life of the Shakers at Sabbathday Lake. The narrative follows their adjustment to the distinctive customs and routines of the Shaker society, while offering a personal glimpse into a historical era through the voices of two young orphans.
An author’s note provides contextual background on the Shakers, illuminating the faith’s principles and their influence on the characters’ development and the broader setting of early‑20th‑century Maine.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Lois Lowry
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