The Reclaimers

"The Reclaimers" by Margaret Hill McCarter is a story about a privileged young woman named Jerry Swaim who questions her place in a world of wealth and expectations. When Jerry inherits a property in Kansas, she sees it as an opportunity to break free from the control of her overbearing Aunt Jerusha and to forge her own path. Jerry's journey centers on her quest for independence and self-discovery, as she confronts the challenges of managing her inheritance while navigating her complex relationships, especially her budding feelings for her cousin, Eugene Wellington. The novel captures Jerry's internal battle between family obligations and her own aspirations, bringing to light her strength and her desire to define her own identity.