Barbados

Barbados is the Caribbean nation from which Rachel originates. This is also where the events of the novel's opening chapter "Barbados, August 1834" are set. Barbados has been Rachel's home for her entire life. However, it is not until she flees Providence plantation at the novel's start, that she is able to explore and experience the island outside the context of bondage.

Throughout the novel's opening section, Rachel travels from place to place in search of her children. She remains in Barbados until she discovers Micah, Thomas Augustus, Cherry Jane, and Mercy are no longer on the island.

Bridgetown

Bridgetown is the city in Barbados where Rachel travels in search of her daughter, Mary Grace. With Mama B's help, she finds a place to stay in Bridgetown while seeking information about her daughter. Rachel and Mama B visit with Mama B's friend Hope while here. Intermittently, Rachel wanders the...