
Daughter of Winter tells the compelling story of Addie, a twelve-year-old girl living in mid-nineteenth-century Essex, Massachusetts. After escaping a life of servitude, Addie seeks refuge in the harsh, snowy woods, where she encounters an elderly Wampanoag woman. This encounter leads Addie to uncover a profound secret about her own heritage, intertwining her personal journey with the rich history and culture of the Wampanoag people. The book explores themes of identity, resilience, freedom, and belonging, making it a powerful read for children aged 8-11. Parents will appreciate its historical context and the sensitive portrayal of cultural discovery.
In the mid-nineteenth-century shipbuilding town of Essex, Massachusetts, twelve-year-old Addie learns a startling secret about her past when she escapes servitude by running away to live in the snowy woods and meets an elderly Wampanoag woman.