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Chapter 17 begins with Beth’s perilous journey through a storm-swollen creek, a test of both her courage and her determination. Struggling against the powerful current, she discovers three stranded children in a dilapidated cabin, their frightened eyes reflecting the chaos unfolding around them. With her horse, Scooter, refusing to cross the treacherous waters, Beth takes it upon herself to wade through the icy flood, pushing past exhaustion and fear to reach them. As she battles the rising tide, she…-
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Chapter 18 begins with Alice witnessing a moment of unexpected transformation in Margery’s life, forcing her to reevaluate everything she thought she understood about her friend’s steadfast independence. Margery, known for her fierce resistance to societal expectations, now carries undeniable evidence of a shift in her world—her pregnancy, a profound reality that signifies both defiance and an uncharted path toward something new. Alice, watching from a distance, experiences a strange mix of emotions,…
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Chapter 19 unfolds as Van Cleve seizes an opportunity to shift the town’s focus away from his own questionable dealings by orchestrating Margery O’Hare’s arrest. Upon learning about McCullough’s body being discovered, he wastes no time storming into the sheriff’s office, pushing for Margery to be charged with murder. Van Cleve paints her as a dangerous influence on the town, accusing her of poisoning the minds of women—including his own family—through her work with the Packhorse Library. He…
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Chapter 20 delves into the intense emotional and societal repercussions surrounding Margery O’Hare’s wrongful incarceration, an event that casts a shadow over the tight-knit community of Baileyville. The weight of these allegations presses hardest on Alice, who finds herself deeply entangled in the fight for justice while wrestling with her own personal dilemmas. Margery, now pregnant and confined within the unforgiving walls of a Kentucky jailhouse, becomes the symbol of a system that seeks to punish…
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Chapter 21 begins with Alice being jolted awake in the middle of the night by frantic knocking on her door. Deputy Dulles, breathless and urgent, delivers the alarming news—Margery O’Hare is in labor, and there’s no doctor available to assist her. Without hesitation, Alice scrambles to prepare herself, grabbing whatever medical supplies she can find and throwing on a cloak before mounting Spirit, her trusted horse. Her destination is Monarch Creek, where she hopes to enlist the help of Sophia, who…
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Chapter 22 unfolds against the harsh backdrop of 1923 Kentucky, where Margery O’Hare remains imprisoned in a small, dimly lit jail cell, awaiting trial with her newborn daughter, Virginia. The conditions of the jail are unforgiving—damp walls, freezing temperatures at night, and an overwhelming sense of confinement that suffocates its inmates. Despite these hardships, Margery finds solace in her daughter, pouring all her love and energy into Virginia, as if shielding her from the world’s cruelty…
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Chapter 23 unfolds in the midst of a deepening divide in Baileyville, where the town has transformed into a battleground of conflicting ideologies, spurred by Margery O’Hare’s impending trial. The small, tight-knit community that once coexisted with tolerance now finds itself fractured, as rumors, suspicions, and deep-seated biases fuel an atmosphere of hostility. The trial has become the town’s most significant event, drawing in outsiders, reporters, and opportunists, all eager to witness the…
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Chapter 24 unfolds on the pivotal day of Margery O’Hare’s trial, an event that momentarily halts the rhythm of Baileyville, Kentucky, as its residents gather in anticipation. The courthouse becomes the town’s epicenter, attracting curious onlookers, passionate supporters, and relentless gossipers, transforming the trial into a public spectacle rather than a solemn pursuit of justice. Outside, vendors set up makeshift stalls, selling food and drinks, while a traveling snake charmer entertains the…
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Chapter 25 begins with Alice and her fellow librarians embarking on a treacherous journey to Arnott’s Ridge, a remote and rarely traveled area filled with rough terrain and dense forest. Their trusted guide horse, Charley, leads the way through the unpredictable paths, his steady movements offering some reassurance amid the uncertainty of their mission. Despite the bitter cold and the sense of unease hanging in the air, the women push forward, determined to reach their destination. Their goal is…
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Chapter 26 begins with Alice arriving early at the courthouse, exhausted from sleepless nights and the emotional turmoil of Margery’s trial. Earlier, she had attempted to bring Margery a piece of cornbread while she was in jail, hoping to offer comfort, but Margery refused to eat, reflecting her deteriorating mental and physical state. The weight of the situation is compounded by the absence of Kathleen and Fred, two of their strongest allies, leaving Alice feeling even more anxious about how the trial…
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