, by , was published in
2000. It is a historical novel about the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia, which
killed approximately 10% of the citys population.
The resolution of the story
begins when Mattie plans to re-open the family's coffee shop in the city. This is an indication
that life is starting to return to normal. She is also preparing for the return of her mother.
This resolution continues when people begin to return to Philadelphiaincluding Mattie's mother
and George Washington. This indicates that the city is once more a safe place for people to
live. Matties mother was infected and had been missing for several weeks. Upon her return, she
is now an invalid and Mattie becomes her carer.
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