Fifth Daughter

Annie grew up enchanted by her grandmother’s stories of life in the Midlands during the mid-1900s, filled with memories of her sisters. Yet one sister, Vera, remained a mystery—never spoken of, only described as having run away. No explanation was ever given…Determined to break the silence, Annie imagines Vera’s life and gives her a voice.The Fifth Daughter is a poignant exploration of identity, family secrets, and the forgotten lives of women lost to history. Through Annie’s storytelling, Vera’s untold story finally comes to life.