In her newly published novel, Gina Kutchins, a West Marin resident, tells the heart-wrenching story of her grandmother. Rich with detail and sensitivity, “Jessie” is a wonderful tribute to all women who have strived to preserve their families and protect their children under difficult circumstances during the early 20th century. It serves as a reminder that even today, many women still are engaged in the same struggle. 

Jessie is a single mother who struggled against…