The Boy At Booth Memorial

A poignant coming-of-age story set in 1940s Minnesota. In 1949, fourteen-year-old Rene steps into a world he never imagined when his mother becomes head nurse at the Salvation Army's Booth Memorial Home and Hospital. Living on campus, he finds himself surrounded by ten dedicated women and fifty pregnant, unmarried girls. To navigate this unique environment, Rene conceals his connection to the home from classmates and explores the lives of the women and girls within. He grapples with social stigmas, witnesses difficult choices, and learns about compassion, family, and the complexities of life. This experience guides him toward becoming a responsible man, forever shaped by the secrets and stories of Booth Memorial.