Up Against It is a novel by Kate Simpson Hayes that follows the story of a young woman named Lila, who is struggling to make ends meet in a small town in the Midwest. Lila is a single mother of two young children, and she works as a waitress at a local diner. She is struggling to make ends meet and is desperate to find a way to provide for her family. When Lila meets a mysterious stranger named Jack, she is immediately drawn to him. Jack is a drifter who has been traveling around the country, and he offers Lila a job as his assistant. Lila is hesitant to accept the offer, but she eventually agrees and finds herself on a journey of self-discovery. As Lila and Jack travel around the country, they encounter a variety of people and situations that challenge their beliefs and values. Along the way, Lila learns more about herself and discovers a strength she never knew she had. In the end, Lila must decide if she is willing to take a risk and follow her dreams, or if she will stay in her small town and continue to struggle.
By Kate Simpson Hayes · First published 1910 · Genre: Drama, Romance, Fiction