Cynthia Doll

The Sparrow's Choice Cynthia Doll

When Calandra finds herself widowed in 1907, she bravely journeys West with her son to fulfil her husband's dream of providing medical care to an Idaho boarding school. She and Everett quickly understand the appeal of the West and settle into their roles as nurse and student. Calandra soon falls for Sky, a Nez Perce man who lived with Chief Joseph's band. He was one of the first Indian children to experience attempts at white assimilation. Everett resents Sky. Is it jealousy, prejudice, or loyalty to his father? After tragedy strikes on a school camp out, a chain of events will drive Everett to strike out on his own and experience the hardships of World War I - all while battling the war in his own heart.