This historical 1920's read was a very interesting one. For many years I have heard many cruel stories about homes for unwed mothers and some of the cruel things that were done there. It is amazing how much people got away with back then and that the general public suspected what was going on but did nothing about it. If you are interested in ia educating yourself with the history of these places I suggest that you pick up this novel. This novel will surely tug at your heartstrings.
In the 1920's in Ireland we are introduced to Maudie who is unmarried and pregnant. Despite the belief that the father of her child will come back and support her, both her mother and father send her to a home for unwed mothers. Literally the moment she gives birth she loses all rights to the child and soon the child disappears without a trace.
Not one to back down Maudie vows everything in her power to find the child. Even if it means having to seatch the country to find her. Will she manage to succeed with her journey?