Publication Date: Feb 1998

Blurb:

A moving, exciting, and heartfelt American saga inspired by the author’s own family memoirs, these words belong to Sarah Prine, a woman of spirit and fire who forges a full and remarkable existence in a harsh, unfamiliar frontier. Scrupulously recording her steps down the path Providence has set her upon—from child to determined young adult to loving mother—she shares the turbulent events, both joyous and tragic, that molded her, and recalls the enduring love with cavalry officer Captain Jack Elliot that gave her strength and purpose.

---

What To Expect:

Written in epistolary format, this diary of Sarah Prine set in the late 1800s is full of adventure, romance, humor, and tragedy. Like “Little House on the Prairie” for adults, written from the perspective of a strong, resilient woman.

---

Content Warnings:

Language: Mild

Sexual Content: Closed Door – Several mentions of intimacy in the context of marriage, but remains closed door.

Violence: Moderate – Attempted sexual assault, fighting, death

Substance Use: Mild – One use of whiskey

Prejudices: Mild – Some prejudice against and fear of Indigenous peoples.

Religious Themes: One character is Quaker so there are some mentions of Christianity, but it is not overtly Christian fiction.

Other Topics: Childbirth, miscarriage, death of a child.

---

Please keep in mind that some things may be missed in content reviews and this is meant to be a general overview without spoilers. Use your own discretion with the information provided to make the right choice for you! View our guideline here.