Madge Morton's Secret

"Madge Morton's Secret" by Amy D. V. Chalmers follows the journey of the spirited Madge Morton as she comes of age in the Virginia countryside. While preparing for a houseboat party and enjoying the simple pleasures of her youth, Madge's life takes an unexpected turn when secrets from her family's past begin to surface. Starting with a peaceful morning in an apple tree to a hidden mystery key found in her mother's belongings, the novel paints a picture of a young woman stepping into maturity, while being challenged by societal expectations and unlocking long-held family mysteries from the past that shape her future.