About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to ask about their place in the world or expresses a desire for more independence and responsibility. Set in the rural South during the early 20th century, the story follows eleven year old Jane as she apprentices with a wise midwife named Missy Violet. Through this relationship, the book explores themes of vocation, human dignity, and the quiet power of community care. It is a gentle yet profound introduction to the concept of finding one's calling, suitable for middle grade readers who enjoy historical fiction. Parents will appreciate how it celebrates the beauty of new life and the importance of elder mentorship without being overly sentimental.
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