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Get ready to uncover the hidden truths behind America's fascination with orphans in The Sun Won't Come Out Tomorrow by Kristen Martin (Nonfiction, January 2025) available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3FWypgT
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This insightful book delves deep into the cultural narratives we tell ourselves about parentless children, from the heartwarming tales of plucky survivors like Annie to the often-overlooked realities of the U.S. child welfare system2. Author Kristen Martin, herself an orphan, masterfully contrasts beloved fictional portrayals with the complex and sometimes difficult history of orphanages, the dramatic "orphan train" movement, and the ongoing challenges faced by vulnerable children and families today.... Discover how stories shape our pe ...