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Set in America in 1874, this novel follows twelve-year-old ConaLee and her mother. Her mother has not spoken for more than a year. They seek shelter in a mental hospital, posing as a lady and her maid. A wounded soldier guards the people who live there. He has lost his memory and serves as the night watchman.

This historical drama explores life after the Civil War. It suits readers drawn to stories of trauma, care, and women's strength. Джейн Энн Филлипс blends poetic prose with the detail of a historical record. The novel won a Pulitzer Prize. It examines how violence leaves people lost, and how compassion can help them heal. This edition is a paperback from Альпина Паблишер, dated 2026.