Shelterwood
Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate
Storyline: In dual timelines, girls fleeing danger in Oklahoma’s wilderness and a modern investigator uncover stories of abuse, resilience, and the fierce will to survive. This emotionally rich historical novel centers children and women who endure the unendurable, then begin to build lives beyond fear.
Author: Lisa Wingate
Why it fits The Strength Within: This title focuses on resilience, reclaiming identity, surviving harm, or rising after trauma””making it a strong fit for readers drawn to empowerment, courage, and emotional transformation.