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The Secret Child
The Secret Child | Marti Healy
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Woven with the harsh realities of pre-Civil War South Carolina is an unexpected tale of gypsies and fairies. But this is not a nursery book--no fairy dust and wings. And yet it is infused with magic and beauty—while effortlessly layered with the complexities of freedom, human rights, justice, and life decisions. The seemingly disparate environments are deftly blended with a strong rhythm and lyrical style that keep the reader flowing emotionally and seamlessly from one reality to the next. The story follows young Marika, an Irish traveler, through a fantastical tale of innocence and truth, and the power of our beliefs and love for one another.
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My favorite part was seeing the Lord‘s Prayer being used in an another language on p 17 (although I‘m sure I‘ve pronounced it entirely wrong) 😄

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I loved this book! Fairy tales that take place in South Carolina will always be something I enjoy. I especially enjoyed Healy‘s book because of the clips of Irish/Gaelic with translations that are used throughout the book. This was a well written story that I‘d definitely read again