Elnora Comstock, a bright and determined girl, grows up near the mysterious Limberlost swamp, yearning for education and love while facing her mother’s coldness. With courage and resourcefulness, she collects rare moths to fund her schooling and discovers hidden wonders in nature. Along the way, she navigates friendship, family secrets, and the stirrings of first love. But can she find her place in a world that often feels against her?