dmckerley
In the winter of 1804, fourteen-year-old Eliza Huger seeks solace in the woods, where she encounters a mysterious woman whose kind eyes offer comfort amidst her family's grief. Four years later, the pressures of her family's expectations and an unwanted engagement weigh heavily on her spirit, fueling her yearning for freedom. When her beloved Babitha returns with urgent news, Eliza sees a glimmer of escape. Guided by Babitha and joined by Thomas-a young man with ties to Babitha's past-Eliza's journey from Charleston to New Orleans becomes a test of courage and self-discovery.