About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the burden of a secret or the crushing weight of a well-intentioned mistake. Set against the harsh landscape of the 1860s South Dakota prairie, this story follows twelve-year-old Colleen, who makes a desperate split-second decision to replace her deceased newborn sister with an abandoned infant. It is a poignant exploration of grief, the complexities of honesty, and the fear of letting down those we love. While the historical setting provides a sense of high-stakes adventure, the core of the book is deeply psychological. It addresses how guilt can isolate a child even within a loving family. Parents will find it a valuable tool for discussing accountability and the idea that while we cannot change the past, we can find courage in the truth. It is best suited for mature readers aged 9 to 13 due to its themes of infant loss and moral ambiguity.
