Running before the Prairie Wind

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Set against the backdrop of 1890s southwestern Minnesota, the story follows Karen and Peter Larsen as they navigate their past traumas while striving to maintain their idyllic life on a pioneer farm. Peter, a former ship captain, likens their struggles to sailing, while Karen acts as a transformative force, encouraging those around her to embrace their identities. However, a neighboring tragedy unearths deep-seated memories, threatening their happiness. With the guidance of a Quaker woman, they seek to confront their guilt and reclaim their lives.