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I didn't even know what this was about when I picked it up. That's one of the joys of goodreads. Just mark it at some point and then come back to it later when you've forgotten all about it. So, it was pretty disturbing. I can't believe what some children go through in this life. But the book was just so well written and although the horrors are implied, the author doesn't drag you through disgusting details. It is bad enough imagining the implications, and I really appreciated that the author didn't get off on having to run you through the muck, she is just telling the story. The character's viewpoint was so clearly and completely naive about how much better life can be. She is just living her life and dealing as she goes. Her life evokes sympathy, but her voice is so matter-of-fact. It makes me just want to gather up every child in a bad situation and love them and take care of them. I wish I could.

2022-10-11 11:55