Larkspur

"Larkspur" by Jane Abbott is a heartwarming story about two young girls whose lives unexpectedly connect. After Patricia Everett finds herself alone when her mother and sister move to Florida, she is forced to face her feelings of loneliness and embrace change. At the same time, Renée LaDue, a young French war orphan, arrives in America with a soldier, Capt. Allan, who vowed to protect after her brother's death. As Patricia and Renée meet, they quickly learn that they have much in common, and a touching friendship begins. The story is filled with raw innocence and a sense of hope as the two girls navigate the challenges of loss, identity, and finding their place in a world forever changed by war and distance.