The conflict arises when these two kindred spirits fall in love, knowing that only person can win the scholarship and leave the cycle of poverty behind. It is a raw exploration of sacrifice, the weight of choice, and the desperation of "not enough." What to Expect

Melancholic yet hopeful. Like many of Sheridan's works, it features a deeply sensitive male protagonist and a resilient heroine. How to Read

A young woman living in extreme poverty, working tirelessly to survive while caring for her mother. Her only hope is the Tyton Coal Scholarship, which would allow her to escape the hills.