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Kate Riley’s novel ‘Ruth’ was inspired by her year in an insular religious community

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Ruth's Quest for Understanding

This chapter examines Ruth's limited perspective shaped by her insular religious community and her yearning for broader knowledge. It highlights her internal struggles with curiosity and discontent, contrasting her experiences with those from a more information-rich upbringing.

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