The story revolves around a young woman who takes on the role of a sub-guard at a women's prison. She struggles to reconcile her own moral code with the harsh realities of the institution and its treatment of inmates. The narrative explores themes of morality, empathy, and the complexities of human relationships within a rigid social hierarchy.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon · First published 1910 · Genre: Young Adult Fiction, Sports Fiction, Coming-of-Age