Rabble Starkey
by Lois Lowry
Set in 1960s Appalachian Kentucky, this novel follows Rabble Starkey, a spirited 12-year-old girl living with her mother who works as a housekeeper for the Bigelow family. When Mrs. Bigelow suffers a mental breakdown, Rabble must navigate complex family dynamics while caring for the Bigelow children and confronting issues of class, mental illness, and growing up. The story explores themes of resilience, family loyalty, and finding one's place in the world during a time of social change.
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