Melindy is a novel written by Stella George Stern Perry. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of Melindy, a young African American girl who is born into slavery in the southern United States. Melindy is sold to different owners throughout her life and experiences the cruelty and injustice of slavery firsthand. Despite the hardships she faces, Melindy remains strong and determined to find a way to freedom. Along the way, she meets...