A compelling read about a young white girl and a young white boy who work together in a tobacco field in the South. Their companionship as they worked and shared their life.
Nameless, KY in the 1960's. There are so many heartrending stories in this book. Poverty, oppression of women, racial tensions. RubyLynn is being raised by her Uncle Gunnar after her parents die. He is a strict, religious man determined to keep her safe and "in line" while they farm his tobacco fields. Love, loss, fear, despair and faith - all combine to make this a memorable read.
