By: Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
All Emily has known is living in the quiet house of Miss Luella Nash. Miss Nash only had one fault - she liked to drive her carriage fast! This caused quite a tragedy when Emily's mother and Miss Nash went to town. There was an accident, the carriage overturned, and the horse was the only survivor. Emily's father had died years ago in a steamboat accident, and suddenly Emily is left with her tiny turtle, Rufus, and a stagecoach ticket to take her farther west to her Aunt Hilda. On the way, Emily must hide from the "child catchers" and her mean Uncle Vincent. Thankfully, an orphan boy named Jackson is there to help Emily on her journey.
Mrs. Senechal says:
This book was a fun, quick read. Emily is a great character who starts off extremely quiet and shy but learns to be strong and stand up for herself. On her stagecoach adventures, Emily meets lots of lively characters who make the story even more enjoyable. I also liked the illustrations! This book will appeal to anyone who enjoys the Wild West!
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