Taylor Greer

Barbara Kingsolver

Taylor Greer, a young woman from rural Kentucky, embarks on a journey westward with dreams of a better life, only to find her path irrevocably altered. Along the way, she unexpectedly becomes the guardian of a young Native American girl named Turtle, forcing her to confront the profound responsibilities of motherhood and the search for belonging. This novel explores themes of love, abandonment, and the resilience of the human spirit as Taylor navigates the complexities of her new reality. Through vivid storytelling, the narrative delves into the unexpected ways people form families and find strength in the most unlikely circumstances.