Bonanza Girl

Bonaza Girl is a book that will leave who guessing till the end. Their are times when it gets boring but then gets exciting agian! The book is about a widow who takes her two children from the comforts of Oregon to the wild gold country of Idaho to persue being a school teacher. But she runs into one slight problem, there are no children in the gold mines! What she and a swedish lady do changes the city of Eagle city forever. Not to mention their family. All in all Katherine, Ann Katie and Jimmey have a blast running their new business. The story is not a true story but is based on some real people and events that happened. It is based in the 1880's. This is a good book for any adventurers at heart.

I loved this book! I've read it so many times I thought I must have a copy. I live in Idaho and I enjoy reading about places I've been to here in the northwest. It's an intriguing tale good for the young and the young at heart. The book is about a family who moves to Northern Idaho so the mother can teach in a mining camp. the problem is, there are no schools. So, along with a large Swedish woman, a thin Irish man, and two spunky kids, she sets up a restaurant. I wonderful story everyone can enjoy!

I first read this book in 4th grade and reread it several times in one year. I can remember telling my mom all about it because it was based in the Northwest. I loved the way the family worked together to give their mom a deserved surprise. I recently found another book by the author and was reminded of my love for this book. I hope I can find a copy to read to my children and let them enjoy the fun.