The Virgin Cure

Set in 1871 in the tenements of lower Manhattan, The Virgin Cure follows twelve-year-old Moth as she navigates a grim world of betrayal and survival after her childhood is shattered. She finds herself in the Bowery, where she meets Miss Everett and encounters the dangerous myths surrounding purity and healing. As Moth strives for independence, she must confront the challenges and sacrifices that come with her aspirations, offering a compelling look at resilience in a tumultuous era.