The Girls with No Names by Serena Burdick

In early twentieth-century New York, sisters Luella and Effie Tildon live a life of privilege—until a family secret tears them apart. When Effie discovers her rebellious sister has vanished, she learns Luella has been sent to the House of Mercy, a notorious home for wayward girls. Determined to rescue her, Effie commits herself to the same institution, only to uncover a world of cruelty, shame, and survival. As she navigates the darkness within the walls, Effie discovers resilience, friendship, and the enduring power of hope. The Girls with No Names is a haunting and emotional tale of sisterhood, sacrifice, and the hidden histories of women who refused to be silenced.