For the Love of Patrick

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Set in the late 1800s, the story explores the emotional turmoil of Sally Smith, a single mother in rural South Australia. After escaping a brutal master, she faces the heart-wrenching decision to leave her young son in an orphanage, highlighting the desperate choices women had to make during this period. The narrative captures the stark beauty of the landscape intertwined with Sally's heartbreaking memories, emphasizing themes of sacrifice and survival in a harsh world.