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The Warden's Daughter

The Warden's Daughter

Published in
2017
3.68
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Description

The Warden's Daughter tells the story of Cammie O'Reilly, a young girl living with her father, the warden of a local jail, in the 1950s. She desperately longs for a mother figure after her own mother's tragic passing and attempts to find it in various women in the prison. The book explores themes of family, loss, and growing up.
Age
10-13
Text complexity
developing
Length
368 pages

Why to read

  • Explores complex family dynamics
  • Highlights historical time period
  • Strong character development
  • Touches upon themes of grief and loss