When the Jessamine Grows

Set during a tumultuous period in North Carolina, this story follows Joetta McBride and her family as they navigate the challenges of the Civil War era. While her community is deeply divided over the conflict and her own family grapples with differing loyalties, Joetta strives to keep her family safe amidst growing tensions. An act of kindness unexpectedly puts her family at risk, highlighting the personal and societal struggles during this turbulent time.