Thanks to NetGalley, Park Row Books and Christopher Meades for the opportunity to read and review this book.
This is the story of a polygamous community called Clearhaven. Hanna is getting ready to celebrate her 18th birthday. That occasion also means that she will be married off to someone chose for her by her father. Hanna has never been away from Clearhaven nor really ever questioned her path. She grew up in a family with an abusive father, her mother and her sister-mothers as well as 14 siblings. Hanna has always been the responsible, oldest child even though she doesn't resemble any of her siblings. She is especially close to her sister who was born with a spine deformity. Days before her wedding, Hanna meets Daniel, the heir apparent to a wealthy family in Clearhaven. Daniel opens her eyes to another world but will she have the courage to forge a different path?
I'm rounding up to 4 stars - I really liked so much of this book but probably could have done without the magical component. The story was strong enough on its own merit, exploring growing up in such a lifestyle.
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