The Only Child

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Set against the backdrop of a harsh 1949 winter, a pregnant sixteen-year-old finds herself at Fairmile, a secluded home for unwed mothers operated by the Catholic Church. As Brigid Ryan navigates the challenges of her situation, the story unfolds with themes of isolation, societal judgment, and the struggle for redemption. The narrative promises a poignant exploration of motherhood and the sacrifices made in a time when societal norms were unforgiving, leading to an inevitable disappearance as spring approaches.