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Surviving the Swarm: A Disturbing Tale of Desperation and Sacrifice
The story begins with Virginie Hebrad, a widow and single mother, grappling with the tragic loss of her husband while living on a locust farm in rural France. Struggling to keep her family afloat, Virginie manages the farm alone, raising locusts instead of goats, which the family previously owned. Despite her relentless efforts to sustain her business, the locusts are not reproducing, and many are dying. The financial strain weighs heavily on her, making her daily battle for survival increasingly challenging.