Refuge

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At 96, Cassandra MacCallum lives a solitary life on her island, until a young Burmese woman named Nang reaches out, claiming to be family. This unexpected connection stirs long-buried memories of Cassandra's past, forcing her to confront the tragedies she has avoided for decades. As Nang shares her harrowing story of survival, Cassandra grapples with her own history and the responsibilities that come with their shared bloodline. The narrative explores themes of memory, loss, and the quest for belonging amidst haunting legacies.