The Wild Child

by Mary Jo Putney

3.00 · 1 rating

Description

Raised outside the boundaries of ordinary society, a young “wild child” is thrust into a world that demands rules, manners, and trust—only to discover that survival has taught her instincts no one can easily tame. As she navigates unfamiliar customs and the people who want to claim her story, she must decide what parts of her past to protect and what truths to embrace. Blending romance and adventure with a sharp focus on identity, belonging, and the cost of civilization, the novel explores how love can be both a refuge and a risk. With Mary Jo Putney’s signature blend of emotional intensity and character-driven storytelling, this is a compelling journey from isolation to connection, where every choice reshapes what “home” really means.

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paperback

Ballantine Books

Published Jan 1, 2000

365 pages

ISBN: 9780449005842

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First Published

2000

Language

eng

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