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Nine-year-old Miriam struggles to adapt to a secular foster home while holding onto her deeply ingrained religious beliefs, as her new family gets to know her and her relatives, each with their own secrets and past traumas. The story delves into cultural conflicts and generational divides within a rural Ohio community, showcasing the social issues of the 1990s, including religious fundamentalism, anti-government sentiment, and technological change. As tensions rise, the family dynamics and personal histories intertwine, highlighting challenges related to foster care, adoption, and family loyalty.