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“A Chance for Kallie Mae,” by Ann H. Gabhart

Reaching for the Impossible Set in the Appalachian Mountains in 1911, this book tells the story of Kallie Mae Bertram, a girl who has spent her whole life dreaming of two things: getting an education and being with Quinn Spencer. … Continue reading

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“Hope Like Wildflowers,” by Pepper Basham

Troubles Multiplying! It is the 1910s in the Appalachian Mountains, and Kizzie is in trouble.  She is sixteen-years-old, pregnant, and starving.  In addition, she is broke, and wandering in the frozen woods because her father kicked her out.  Her troubles … Continue reading

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