The Book of Charlie

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Set against the backdrop of rural America in 1953, this coming-of-age story follows Mary Crane and her friends as they navigate summer adventures and a Halloween climax. When Mary connects with a boy from Pennsylvania through a pen pal program, their correspondence leads to the unraveling of a crime and an unresolved military mystery from the D-Day invasion. The narrative intertwines personal growth with historical significance, vividly depicting the era's culture and the importance of family farms, making it a poignant reflection on American history.