**Intact Gift Giving Condition book**

1850, Independence, Missouri: Beth McKinnon and her family leave behind everything they've known, setting out on the Oregon Trail in search of a better future. Every mile takes them farther from home-and closer to the unknown. With six children to protect and endless dangers ahead, Beth's mind never stops racing with worries about what could go wrong. Her worst fears come true when tragedy strikes early in their journey, shattering the fragile hope that held her together.