Hattie Big Sky

Summary: Orphan Hattie Brooks is tired of being passed from relative to relative. So when she finds out her Uncle Chester left her his claim out in Vida, Montana, she decides to leave. Beneath Montana’s big and beautiful sky Hattie deals with building fences, cooking for herself, and harsh weather. But despite her hardships, she becomes close with her neighbor Perilee Muller, her German husband, and their children, who help Hattie as she struggles to make the claim her home. But, Traft Martin, a cold man who wishes to buy her claim, has other ideas.

My Review: I LOVED this book sooo much!! The story is great, and the characters are endearing and lovable. There is so much wisdom in this book, and it has so many good quotes. I love homesteading stories, and this is one of, if not my favorite, one so far.

My Takeaway: This book is about the true meaning of home, and the struggles faced on the frontier. Parents might want to be aware that there are themes of racism and death in this story. 

Romance: Hardly any, romantic thoughts, marriage.

Nudity: None.

Language: Some swearing.

Alcohol/drugs/smoking: None.

Violence: Very light, some destruction of property.

Darkness: Very light, hate towards the Germans.

Bad Messages: None.

Good Messages: Found family, hard work, perseverance, strength of friendship

Stars: 5