Teetoncey

Set in 1898, the story follows twelve-year-old Ben, who saves a girl named Teetoncey from a shipwreck on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Despite her rescue and integration into Ben's family, Teetoncey remains silent, creating an air of mystery around her past. The narrative explores themes of family, communication, and the impact of trauma as Ben navigates the challenges of their unique relationship and Teetoncey's unspoken struggles.