Last Chance Stop

von Sarah Fjellanger

242 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Kristi Monger, raised on a hillside farm in Norway, cherished her dreams of becoming a teacher until the harsh reality of life shattered her innocence on her twelfth birthday. Forced to leave behind her idyllic childhood, Kristi and her family embarked on a journey to America, seeking promises of fertile lands and prosperity. But their hopes were dashed upon arrival in New York, where they faced poverty, disease, and, ultimately, tragedy.In this gripping turn-of-the-century tale, follow Kristi's transformation from a hopeful immigrant to a resilient warrior. Enduring the hardships of factory life and the loss of her family, Kristi's spirit remains unbroken. When fate leads her to a daring experiment to rescue orphaned children from the streets of New York, Kristi seizes the opportunity, embarking on a journey westward with eleven other youngsters.As Kristi confronts the uncertainties of her future, her unwavering determination to fulfill her dream of teaching shines brightly against the backdrop of a harsh and unforgiving world.

• Themen: Belletristik Historischer Roman
• ISBN: 9798891323971
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 08.10.2024
• Größe: 216 x 140 mm
• Verlag: Atmosphere Press