Homeward Heart

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Set in a Florida gulf coastal town during the 1980s, the story explores the romance between Laura, a mill worker's daughter, and Adam, the wealthy son of the mill's owner. Laura's strong-willed nature clashes with her insecurities about their differing backgrounds, while Adam, raised in boarding schools, seeks connection and belonging. Their love faces challenges as Laura grapples with the belief that their social differences may thwart a future together, highlighting themes of class disparity and the search for identity.