Jetta Carleton Boeken

Set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century America, the story follows four unique sisters—Jessica, Leonie, Mathy, and Mary Jo—each navigating their own paths while intertwined by love and hidden family secrets. Over five decades, their journeys reveal the complexities of sisterhood and the impact of their choices, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring bonds of family.

This long-lost novel explores themes of innocence and vulnerability, delving into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges faced by its characters. The narrative captures the essence of a bygone era while reflecting on the fragility of life and love. Fans of the author's previous work, The Moonflower Vine, will find familiar emotional depth and lyrical prose, making this a poignant addition to the literary landscape.

A timeless American classic rediscovered—an unforgettable saga of a heartland family.On a farm in western Missouri during the first half of the twentieth century, Matthew and Callie Soames create a life for themselves and raise four headstrong daughters. Jessica will break their hearts. Leonie will fall in love with the wrong man. Mary Jo will escape to New York. And wild child Mathy's fate will be the family's greatest tragedy. Over the decades they will love, deceive, comfort, forgive—and, ultimately, they will come to cherish all the more fiercely the bonds of love that hold the family together.