Growing up in the northeastern United States, Madeleine Talon, the main character, experiences the 1950s, 60s, and 70s of the Champlain Valley, with all of its Anglo-French and Catholic influences. The kaleidoscopic sequence of light, heart-warming moments is in harsh contrast to dark threats of her physical and mental destruction posed by a close relative, someone who is further abetted by the stubborn neglect of most of the surrounding adults. Will the young woman, with her intelligence and bravery, along with the support of a few brave friends, young and old, survive into adulthood?
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