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Christy Huddleston's dream was to teach the poor mountain children. But she never imagined that the treacherous journey into the heart of the Smoky Mountains would bring danger into the lives of one mountain family. Join Christy as she crosses the bridge from the familiar world of parties... read more
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Summary edit
Having faced danger and adventure to arrive at the primitive Smoky Mountain town where she intends to teach, Christy realizes that God has brought her safely to the people who will form her greatest challenge.
Characters/People edit
- Christy Rudd Huddleston: A nineteen year-old girl. Teacher.
- Rob Allen: Age fourteen. One of Christy's students.
- Creed Allen: Age nine. One of Christy's students.
- Little Burl Allen: Age six. One of Christy's students.
- Bessie Coburn: Age twelve. One of Christy's students.
- Vella Holt: Age five. One of Christy's students.
- Sam Houston Holcombe: Age nine. One of Christy's students.
- Smith O'Teale: Age fifteen. One of Christy's students.
- Ruby Mae Morrison: Age thirteen. One of Christy's students.
- John Spencer: Age fifteen. One of Christy's students.
- Clara Spencer: Age twelve. One of Christy's students.
- Zady Spencer: Age ten. One of Christy's students.
- Lulu Spencer: Age six. One of Christy's students.
- Lundy Taylor: Age seventeen. One of Christy's students.
- Scalawag: Creed Allen's pet raccoon.
- Alice Henderson: A Quaker mission worker from Ardmore, Pennsylvania.
- David Grantland: The young minister.
- Ida Grantland: David's sister.
- Dr. Neil Macneill: The physician of the Cove.
- Jeb Spencer: A mountain man.
- Fairlight Spencer: Jeb Spencer's wife. Parents of Christy's students John, Clara, Zady, and Lulu.
- Bob Allen: Keeper of the mill by Blackberry Creek.
- Mary Allen: Bob Allen's superstitious wife. Parents of Christy's students Rob, Creed, and Little Burl.
- Ault Allen: Bob's older brother.
- Mrs. Tatum: The boarding house lady.
- Ben Pentland: The mailman.
- Javis Macdonald: The train conductor.
- Dr. Ferrand: A medical missionary in the Great Smokey Mountains.
First Sentence edit
It was her worst nightmare come true.
Series & Lists edit
This is book 1 of 12 in Christy Fiction. (standard series)
Followed by Silent Superstitions.
Authors & Contributors edit
- C. Archer (Adapter) - The book was written by Catherine Marshall and adapted by C. Archer.
Other Contributors:
- Catherine Marshall (Creator)
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Page Count: 128
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- Books › Children's Books › History & Historical Fiction › United States › Fiction › 1900s
- Books › Children's Books › Religions › Fiction › Christian
- Books › Children's Books › Religions › Christianity › Ages 9-12
- Books › Teens › History & Historical Fiction › Historical Fiction
- Books › Children's Books › Literature
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