The protagonist, Cleaveland, is a young woman who has been raised in a strict religious sect. She is expected to follow the rules of the sect and to marry a man chosen for her by her father. But Cleaveland is determined to find her own path and to discover her own truth. When Cleaveland meets a mysterious stranger, she is drawn into a world of secrets and forbidden knowledge. She discovers that the sect she was raised in is not what it seems, and that the truth is far more complex and mysterious than she ever imagined. As Cleaveland embarks on her journey of self-discovery, she must confront her own beliefs and fears, and ultimately decide what she truly believes in. Along the way, she learns about the power of faith, the importance of love, and the beauty of life.
By Elizabeth H. Jocelyn Cleaveland · First published 1861 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Feminist Literature