
In the frozen heart of the Canadian wilderness, a teenage girl named Nell and her younger brother David find themselves alone in a lonely log house, hundreds of miles from any settlement. Their world is a harsh, snow‑bound landscape where trappers and Indigenous hunters carve out their own rules, and every trek across the white expanse can mean danger or discovery. Nell, strong‑willed and resourceful, carries the weight of responsibility for her brother and the hidden supplies left by their late father, while David looks to her with unwavering trust.
As the siblings contemplate the daunting journey to the nearest trading posts, the narrative captures the stark beauty of the Canadian snows and the quiet courage required to survive it. Their bond, the promise of friendship beyond the wilderness, and the looming challenges of a world governed by its own rough law make this a compelling tale of resilience and hope.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (191K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2012-09-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

An English writer and missionary, she drew on years spent in China to create stories that open a window onto everyday life, travel, and cross-cultural experience. Her work blends a practical eye for detail with a warm sense of adventure.
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