Silent Cry
Silent Cry by Julie Bigg Veazey is a work of fiction published by Booksurge Publishing on August 16, 2006. This first edition spans 192 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Nancy Walden, who arrives at an exclusive prep school near New Haven under less than favorable circumstances. As she navigates a world dominated by a strict headmistress and a predatory house mother, Nancy finds herself entangled in a web of shifting alliances, personal secrets, and ultimately, a tragic event that shakes the very foundation of Winthrop Academy.
Readers will encounter a story that explores themes of friendship and personal growth amidst the repressive social norms of the 1950s. As Nancy grapples with her roommate’s secret love affair and the lurking dangers around her, she learns to recognize her own worth through the connections she forms. The book presents a blend of humor and serious undertones, offering insight into the complexities of adolescent life in a constrained environment. Silent Cry invites readers to reflect on the impact of societal expectations and the resilience of the human spirit.
Official synopsis Publisher
“In disgrace, Nancy Walden arrives from New York mid-year at an exclusive prep school near New Haven, run by a puritanical headmistress. At the mercy of the predatory and fanatical house mother who rules the corridor where Nancy lives with five other seniors, Nancy experiences a confusing world of shifting alliances and devastating events. Her roommate’s secret love affair, lurking danger, and finally a murder, lead to the collapse of Winthrop Academy. A friendship she never thought would be hers helps Nancy transcend tragedy and recognize that her life is of value to herself and others. Written with touches of humor, Silent cry illuminates the repressive conventions of the 1950s.”–Publisher’s description.
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