A Rock Candy Dream

Set during the Great Depression, the narrative follows eleven-year-old Meg Buckland as she experiences the struggles of families migrating westward in search of a better life in California. Through her perspective, readers gain insight into the harsh realities of the dust-bowl era and the resilience of those journeying along Route 66. The story captures the profound impact of this historical period on individuals and families, highlighting the challenges and hopes that defined their quest for a promised land.