Mountains on the Prairie (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798262689101)

After the tragic loss of her parents, Verna Nickerson leaves behind the comforts of Boston's high society for a fresh start in the remote town of Prairie View, Wyoming. Encouraged by her Uncle Silas, the town's beloved doctor, she accepts a teaching position that promises to challenge her in ways she never anticipated.
As Verna immerses herself in her new role, she finds herself in the midst of a cast of colorful characters. Among them are Frank Crandall, the town's overconfident know-it-all, and Russell Smith, who constantly laughs at his own jokes-even though no one else does. Then there's Miss Sadie, the sweet yet feisty elderly spinster whose determination to assist Verna only complicates things. To her dismay, she discovers that not everyone wants her there. Clyde Davison, the town's bully, resents Verna's teaching methods and her inclusion of a Shoshone woman and her daughter, who are generally shunned by the townsfolk. Despite the chaos, Verna also hopes to help bring peace to a widow and her daughter who have lived through an unspeakable tragedy.
In this engaging novella filled with faith-driven moments, Verna must stand firm in her beliefs and teaching methods while fostering understanding in a divided community. She finds solace, not only in her uncle's encouragement and words of wisdom but in her growing connection with Clayt Mitchell, a handsome widower.

Join Verna's heartfelt journey to find her place in Prairie View, where laughter and love await amidst the turmoil.

Author: Sandi Rebert
ISBN-13: 9798262689101
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 11/04/2025
Pages: 156
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.33d