
In a secluded valley framed by towering stone amphitheaters and snow‑capped peaks, the quiet village of Colorow clings to its past as a bustling mining outpost while quietly reshaping itself into a tranquil resort. The landscape—steep railway bridges, winding trails, and mineral‑rich springs—creates a dramatic backdrop for a story that feels both timeless and eerie.
At the heart of the tale is Viola Lambert, a young woman whose striking gray eyes conceal a restless spirit. As she navigates the expectations of her family and the watchful presence of a mysterious “control,” she becomes entangled with a circle of allies and adversaries: a devoted pastor, a curious physician, a passionate lover, and shadowy figures from a darker realm that seeks to dominate her will. Their interactions hint at hidden powers, secret investigations, and a looming struggle between light and darkness that will test the limits of trust and freedom.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (585K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jeannie Howse, David Yingling, David Garcia, Bethanne M. Simms and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Release date
2008-01-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1860–1940
Best known for vivid stories of Midwestern farm life, this Pulitzer Prize–winning writer brought unusual honesty and sympathy to the struggles of ordinary people. His work helped shape American realism, especially in the memorable "Middle Border" books.
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