White Oleander by Janet Fitch (Hardcover)

White Oleander is acclaimed for its extraordinary beauty and emotional power. It narrates the story of Ingrid, a talented poet jailed for murder, and her daughter, Astrid. Astrid explores various foster homes in Los Angeles. Each foster home had a unique universe with its regulations, risks, and valuable lessons, unfolding as a redemptive and enlightening voyage of self-discovery.