Books like Whistle-stop west by Arleta Richardson
In 1908, a wholesome group of eight siblings, led by eight‑year‑old Ethan, board an orphan train destined for Nebraska. Together, they strive to build a new life on a farm, trusting that God’s guidance will sustain and inspire them through the challenges of rural frontier existence.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Christian Fiction/Historical Christian Fiction
Authors: Arleta Richardson
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