Precious Blood by David G. Maillu

The story is a powerful narrative of a young girl's courage and determination in the face of great family hardship:

The Crisis: The protagonist is Katilo, a young rural girl. Her life is upended by the death of her father, which forces her to drop out of school.

The Burden: As the eldest child, Katilo must shoulder the responsibility for her large family, whose situation is made worse by her disabled mother being overwhelmed and unable to cope.

The Struggle and Resilience: The plot follows Katilo's struggle to find a way to support her siblings and mother. The story highlights her courage and unwavering spirit as she navigates enormous disadvantages and socio-economic challenges in her community.