Miracles on Maple Hill | Themes and Characters
The main character of Miracles on Maple Hill, Marly, is ten years old at the start of the novel. She is worried about her father, sensitive to the feelings of others, and eager to explore the world around her. Indeed, she loves learning and exploring more than any other activity. She chafes at the traditional supporting roles of women, resenting the times when she has to wait until her brother or other males do the exploring first. The changing seasons and the wildlife of Maple Hill fascinate her, and she looks for miracles in the natural world.
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