The Light of the Western Stars
- 484 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of a remote New Mexico town, the story follows Madeline Hammond as she arrives alone at night, greeted only by the vast, eerie silence of the desert. Concerned for her safety, the train conductor warns her about the roughness of the area, populated by miners, cowboys, and the recent unrest from a nearby revolution. As she waits for her brother, Madeline must navigate the challenges of this unfamiliar and potentially dangerous environment, highlighting themes of resilience and courage.