Unbegotten Child

At thirty‑six, Sara Caffey is a fiercely independent spinster who finds herself in a hospital bed arguing with a young doctor about a mysterious growth. She insists it is a tumor or cancer, while the physician, after listening to a faint heartbeat, declares it a six‑month fetus. Their banter mixes humor with genuine concern, revealing Sara’s lifelong love of stories and her puzzlement at a pregnancy she never planned.

As the medical team scrambles for answers, the arrival of a weary French surgeon who once treated her adds another layer of intrigue. With records arriving late and old rivalries resurfacing, Sara must decide whether to trust the strange diagnosis or confront a secret that could rewrite her life. The first act sets up a quirky, suspenseful clash between science, superstition, and a woman’s stubborn independence.