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The girl in the shadows is growing up in rural Ireland during a time when family and religion are the two most important aspects of life. Grace's story begins in a small council cottage and we follow her life through hardship and tears, triumphs and laughter, as she grows into a woman, learning to deal with everything life throws at her. Sometimes sad but often amusing, Grace's story is about growing - in every sense of the word.

"Any thoughts?" Ruth Ann asks the group. I raise my hand, noticing any timidity or prior insecurity I once felt is gone. I am free to be myself at this place. "Yes, Camille." She points at me. I feel joy at the mention of my new name. "So, let me get this straight!" I try to collect my thoughts. "If my mother, father, or guidance counselor tells me something that goes against the Bible..."