⚡️Essie and her siblings work hard to earn money for school clothes.
💔Linda Jean betrays Essie's trust by lowering her wage.
🚫Essie experiences the harm caused by people who quietly comply with oppressive systems.
💍Essie marries Raymond, but fears he lacks the courage to stand up to his racist family.
👥The adults in Essie's life struggle to balance community protection and personal desires.