The Butterfly Circle 
by Mary Carroll Leoson 

It’s 1948 and Eliza Kendall’s father has just dropped her off at Prescott House, a home for unwed mothers. Pregnant and alone, Eliza finds comfort in her three roommates, whose friendship gives her hope despite abuse from a bitter headmistress. 

It’s 1948 and Eliza Kendall’s father has just dropped her off at Prescott House, a home for unwed mothers. Pregnant and alone, Eliza finds comfort in her three roommates, whose friendship gives her hope despite abuse from a bitter headmistress. Caught between adolescence and womanhood, the friends seek refuge in what lies beyond the veil of sleep and dreams, to the hidden passages in the house itself, rumored to be part of the Underground Railroad. While exploring, the girls discover a plot to hide the bodies of other pregnant women. To survive, they must lean on each other and the wisdom of those who have come before them—the butterfly sisters. 
Is their bond more powerful than the threats they face?
“Poignant, emotional, and creepy. Leoson has crafted a tale woven of friendships and fears that will make your heart pound as well as tug at it.” — Megan E. Hart, author of A Dark, Cold Touch
"Dark and melodic, Leoson’s harrowing descent into what lies hidden inside -and beneath- a home for unwed mothers is richly imagined and wholly original.” -Dana McSwain, author of Roseneath

Robin's Review: "The Butterfly Circle" by Mary Carroll Leoson is a captivating story set in a home for pregnant and unmarried girls in the 1950s. The book blends mysticism with reality, providing depth to the girls' challenging situations. With a thrilling combination of horror and ghost stories, this book will keep you engaged from start to finish. It is a story of unbreakable bonds of female friendships, love, and loss. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as you cheer for these courageous young girls and their fight for survival.

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