Emmy Blue "was confused about whether [she] wanted to go to Colorado Territory. Part of [her] was like Pa, wanting the excitement of going to a new place where [they] might become rich. But the other part wanted to stay in Quincy with [her] friends and grandparents, with everything [she] knew, where [she] could be safe." Based on a real incident and family in Colorado history, The Quilt Walk tells of the Hatchett (Burgess) family's westward journey. Set in 1814, it deals compassionately with themes of spousal abuse, the marital duties of men and women, and the heroic courage, determination, and sacrifice of early pioneers.
Mark Twain Award Preliminary Nominee 2014-15
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