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Blithe McBride
Hardcover
General FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025499406
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Blithe McBride is a vivid historical novel that follows the journey of a young girl seeking a better life away from the crime-ridden streets of London. Set in the seventeenth century, the narrative traces Blithe's decision to escape her grim circumstances by traveling to the American colonies as an indentured servant. Upon her arrival in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, she encounters a world vastly different from the one she left behind, characterized by strict Puritan customs and the constant challenges of the frontier.
Throughout the story, Blithe must navigate her role in a society that is often unwelcoming and harsh. Her path crosses with various figures of the colonial era, and she eventually finds herself caught between the settlers and the local Native American tribes. Her resilience, courage, and innate goodness are central themes as she matures from a resourceful child into a young woman of character. Blithe McBride provides a compelling look at the social dynamics of early America and the personal strength required to overcome adversity. This work is a notable example of historical storytelling, offering readers an immersive experience into the hardships and triumphs of the colonial period.
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