Nobody's Rose : $b or, The girlhood of Rose Shannon

"Nobody's Rose: Or, The Girlhood of Rose Shannon" by Adele E. Thompson is a poignant story about a brave young girl, Posey Sharpe, who is thrown into a world of hardship when her guardian abandons her. Left to navigate the cruel streets alone, Posey clings to the cherished memories of her mother's love and dares to hope for a better life, even as she confronts poverty and deception. Initially readers meet Posey in despair, abandoned and weeping, reflecting on the stark contrast between her past happiness and her bleak present. The narrative then explores Posey's difficult life working for Madam Sharpe, where she is forced to participate in fraudulent séances, revealing the depth of her exploitation. When Madam Sharpe's true nature is exposed, Posey finds herself alone once more, embarking on a journey where her unwavering spirit is tested as she searches for kindness and a safe place to call home in a world that seems determined to break her.