In a rural English village, young Ruth Bryce is struggling to deal with the sudden and accidental death of her husband, Ben. Suddenly alone, Ruth must cope not only with Ben's death but also with his family who view her with suspicion and hostility. Her sole companion is Ben's fourteen-year-old brother who understands Ruth's quiet determination to emerge from this tragedy with her integrity and independence intact.
- ISBN10 0879238526
- ISBN13 9780879238520
- Publish Date 1 April 1992 (first published January 1974)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 3 March 2015
- Publish Country US
- Imprint David R. Godine Publisher Inc
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 179
- Language English