When the Bough Breaks

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Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this poignant story follows a young girl named Millie as she navigates profound loss and responsibility. After her mother's unexpected death, Millie's world is turned upside down; her father succumbs to depression, leaving her to care for her newborn brother, Hamish. When a stranger threatens their fragile stability, Millie discovers an inner strength she never knew she possessed, determined to protect and rebuild her family's home amidst adversity.