Captive Treasure [Paperback]

Milly Howard (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0890844402 | ISBN-13: 978-0890844403 | Publication Date: October 1988

The long days on the trail were filled with excitement for adventurous Carrie Talbot. And at the end of the trail waited more adventure--she was going to start a brand new life at the Indian mission established by her uncle.

Then a sudden encounter with an Indian raiding party left Carrie with more excitement than she wanted. As she rode off helplessly with her captors, frantic thoughts raced through Carrie's mind.

Why was one of the Indians so interested in the family Bible she had managed to save? How could she escape? Even if she did, how could she ever find the wagon train again?

The raiding party took Carrie deep into the wilderness to a Cheyenne camp on the banks of a distant river. There Carrie met the Indian called the Keeper and began a life far different from any she had ever imagined.

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About the Author

Milly Howard is a teacher and a writer with an interest in the history of our nation. She tries to create believable characters that will make the past live for her readers. Many of the problems and characteristics of her story people are drawn from experiences with her own children, and they provide an effective bridge from the past to the present. It is her prayer that the lessons learned by the children of the past will provide some light for the children of the present and of the future.

Product Details

• Paperback: 167 pages
• Publisher: JourneyForth (October 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890844402
• ISBN-13: 978-0890844403
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #70,705 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Covered wagons, Indians, and suspense for young readers!, April 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Captive Treasure (Paperback)

Between the time that I was in second grade and probably sixth grade, I read this book countless times. The reading level is about fourth grade I guess, but I loved it so much that reading level didn't matter! This story will teach girls about storing up treasure in heaven and trusting God, meanwhile providing a captivating setting that every little girl loves--out on the prairie, with wagon trains and Indians. The main character is beloved and familiar as well--a girl with auburn pigtails, a lot of spunk, and a strong faith in God. Definitely a notable addition to any young girl's library--don't miss it.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, May 16, 2009

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Cara J. Simmons "caratcake27" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Captive Treasure (Paperback)

What a neat little book! I enjoyed reading this novel and so did my nine year-old son! It was an awesome story about showing the love of Christ even in the most difficult of circumstances. Good books like this, Sarah Maxwell's series about the Moodys, and my book The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle: The Haven are safe and appropriate to place in the hands of our children.

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An quirky little book, August 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Captive Treasure (Paperback)

Captive Treasure is set in the days of the Oregon Trail. When Carrie is captured by indians, she wonders why they are so interested in her bible. When she finally realizes what they want, she is amazed and confused at her love for god.