The life she was given
(Large Print)

Originally published: New York, NY : Kensington Books, [2017].

Includes discussion questions.

"In 1931, Lilly Blackwood was sold to the circus. More than two decades later, nineteen-year-old Julia Blackwood inherits her parents' estate and returns home hoping to erase painful memories of strict rules and forbidden rooms. Instead, she becomes immersed in a mystery involving a hidden attic room and circus photos featuring a striking young girl."--,Provided by publisher.

1931. Lilly Blackwood isn't allowed to explore the meadows around Blackwood Manor. Momma insists it's for Lilly's own protection, that people would be afraid if they saw her. But on this unforgettable night, Lilly is taken outside for the first time-- and sold to the circus sideshow. More than two decades later, Julia Blackwood has inherited her parents' estate and horse farm, an unhappy place full of strict rules and forbidden rooms. She discovers a hidden attic room and photos of circus scenes featuring a striking young girl. In learning the truth about Lilly's fate, can Julia find a way to make Blackwood Manor into a place of healing at last?