Suzette D. Harrison Bücher

A dust cloud rolls in, stinging eyes and muddling senses. Fifteen-year-old Faith Wilson clutches her baby sister Hope as they find themselves alone on an empty road in Oklahoma, 1935, after a storm separates them from their parents. They trek through the oppressive heat of the Dust Bowl, heading toward California, but the danger they face due to their skin color looms large. Starving and homeless, Faith believes a room in a boarding house will provide safety for Hope. However, the landlady's unsettling gaze raises doubts about her decision. As Faith searches for their parents, she fears for her sister's safety. Will they ever reunite with their family? In present-day California, Zoe Edwards grapples with the aftermath of her divorce and the loss of her child, feeling isolated. While cataloguing old photos for an exhibition, she discovers an image of a teenage girl who bears an uncanny resemblance to her. This revelation prompts Zoe to delve into her family's history, uncovering the young girl's poignant tale of bravery and sacrifice. As she unravels the secrets of her past, Zoe confronts the truth about her identity. This captivating narrative explores themes of family, survival, and the enduring bond between sisters, highlighting the lengths one will go to reunite with loved ones.