Adaline Falling Star

Title: Adaline Falling Star

Author: Mary Pope Osborne

Summary: Adaline, Kit Carson’s Daugher, is sent to live with her father’s relatives after her mother dies and her father has to go on a scouting expedition. She is mistreated there because she is half Indian, and finally fearing her father won’t come back for her, she runs away with only a stray dog to help her find her home and her family.

Recommendation: Yes. Adaline is an engaging character who makes you care about her. The lesson she learns about love is a powerful one.

Hearts: 3