Ida Early Comes Over the Mountain

Written by Robert Burch

A mysterious woman brings hope and adventure to a struggling family during the Great Depression.

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160 pages· 26,911 words· Est. 4 hour read· 720L

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Bookroo's summary

In rural Georgia, the Sutton family faces hardship after losing their mother amidst the Great Depression. Enter Ida Early, a vibrant woman with a knack for storytelling. As she spins tales of lion taming and pirate adventures, she brings unexpected joy and hope to the Sutton children. But who is Ida, really? And can her stories help them find a brighter future? Discover how one woman's arrival changes everything in this heartwarming journey of resilience and imagination.

From the publisher

A heartwarming tale about the Great Depression Life in rural Georgia is tough for the Suttons. Their mother has passed away, and the country is in the midst of the Great Depression . But things take a turn for the better when Ida Early comes over the mountain. She offers to help Mr. Sutton with the children, and entertains them with her tall tales of lion taming, working as a cook on a pirate ship, and even a stunt pilot!