Bee is an orphan with a startling diamond-shaped birthmark on her face. She lives a rough existence working in a traveling carnival. Pauline is her protector and guardian, shielding her from the nasty owner who wants to put Bee on display as a freak. When Pauline is sent away, Bee runs off and settles in a cozy house with two strange older women that only Bee can see.
This is a beautifully written story with a fierce main character. Bee is so interesting, honest and resourceful that we never pity her and her hardships. A bit of magic lifts the story to another level.
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