Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1992
Thunder Rolling in the Mountains
By Scott O'Dell
A young Nez Perce girl recounts her tribe's struggles and battles with the US Army in the late 19th century.
144 pages· 23,539 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: In 1877, Sound of Running Feet, a determined Nez Perce girl, witnesses the encroachment of white settlers on her homeland. As her people face betrayal and violence, she vows to resist the U.S. Army's relentless push to confine them to a reservation. Amidst the struggle for survival, she grapples with the harsh reality: is fighting worth the inevitable loss? As the conflict intensifies, the question looms—when will the bloodshed end? This gripping tale of courage and resilience explores the heart-wrenching choices faced by those fighting for their land and freedom.


