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Reviewed on December 1, 1998
Gr 4-6 Abbie dreams of living in a real house on the Nebraska prairie instead of in the soddy built by her father. Her mother wants her to be content with her life instead of constantly complaining about their current situation, and her father tells her that all good things come to those who wait. When her brother dies, she blames herself and must find the strength and courage to help her family overcome their grief. This heartwarming tale of one girl's persev...Log In or Sign Up to Read More