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The Girl Behind the Gates by Brenda Davies
The Girl Behind the Gates by Brenda Davies
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The Girl Behind the Gates is a poignant historical novel based on a true story, highlighting the injustices faced by women deemed "morally defective" under the Mental Deficiency Act of 1913. Seventeen-year-old Nora Jennings's life is upended in 1939 when she becomes pregnant and is subsequently institutionalized without trial. For over forty years, she endures mistreatment and isolation, until psychiatrist Janet Humphreys discovers her in 1981. Determined to help Nora reclaim her life, Janet confronts her own past and the systemic failures that allowed such injustices to persist.
This novel is a testament to resilience, compassion, and the transformative power of human connection.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
- The Girl Behind the Gates has been recognized as a Top Ten Bestseller and has received acclaim from readers and critics alike.
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Book Condition: Good
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