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The Prodigal Girl
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025927589
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 318
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Prodigal Girl is a compelling story of rebellion, family devotion, and spiritual awakening set against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties. The narrative follows Betty Thornton, a high-spirited young woman who feels stifled by her father's strict rules and longs to experience the excitement of the modern world. Lured by the promise of freedom and the thrill of the Jazz Age, Betty finds herself entangled with a fast-paced crowd, leading her toward a path of danger and moral uncertainty.
Concerned for his daughter's future, Mr. Thornton takes a radical step by moving the family to a secluded farm in Vermont, hoping to distance Betty from the temptations of her social circle. In the quiet of the countryside, Betty is forced to confront the consequences of her choices and the emptiness of her pursuit of pleasure. Through trials and unexpected romance, she begins to see the depth of her parents' love and the strength found in her heritage. Grace Livingston Hill delivers a timeless tale of a young woman's journey back to her roots and her discovery of a faith that can transform a life. This work remains a classic example of inspirational fiction, highlighting the enduring struggle between worldly allure and traditional values.
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