It was delightful to find a book from Heather in my mailbox. Not surprisingly it turned out to be good. Last Chance Stop is Sarah Fjellanger's novel based on her family's immigrant history. Kristi, the narrator and protagonist, is twelve when her family leaves Norway for America. Her father's small farm suffered consecutive crop failures so about 1900, they sail for America. Her father's dream of a Midwest farm propels them but hardships await in America.
Because the book is written from the perspective of a young girl leaving her home and land, it was helpful to me. All of my grandparents immigrated from Norway. While I know some details of their immigration, more of the men than the women, the grief and emotions of that transition seldom occupied me. Grandpa Lars Negstad, never saw his mother again. Both Grandfathers were very successful in America but the emotional costs of that relocation are seldom mentioned.
Thanks, Heather, I'm glad I read it!
Takk for alt,
Al
PS Cataract surgery went very well and the doctor checked me this morning. He was pleased with the result. I'm seeing better and lights are much brighter. How fortunate I am to be the beneficiary such wonderful care!
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