Distinctly unenthusiastic when her four-year-old niece, Ella, comes for a prolonged visit, eleven-year-old Amy finds her relationship with the small girl gradually changing her view of herself and life in general.
Vera Cleaver Libros
6 de enero de 1919
La obra de esta autora se centra en la vida de niños que enfrentan diversos desafíos, especialmente aquellos que crecen en regiones montañosas. Sus narrativas a menudo reflejan los entornos en los que residió, explorando temas relacionados con problemas de salud física y mental. Las colaboraciones con su esposo produjeron numerosas novelas aclamadas para jóvenes, que aparecieron con frecuencia en listas de libros notables. Incluso después del fallecimiento de su esposo, continuó escribiendo, manteniendo su distintiva voz narrativa.
Mary Call is fiercely committed to keeping her family together on the mountain, following her father's dying wish. Initially confident in her ability to provide for her siblings through gathering herbs, she soon faces the harsh realities of winter. As the challenges of survival intensify, she discovers that fulfilling a promise requires more than determination; it demands resilience in the face of nature's unforgiving trials. The story explores themes of family loyalty, survival, and the struggle against adversity.
