October in the Earth

In Depression-era Kentucky, Del Wensley, the wife of a renowned preacher, confronts the collapse of her strained marriage following her husband's infidelity. Desperate for self-respect, she embarks on a daring journey aboard a coal train, seeking freedom and a new way of life. As she navigates the transient world of outcasts, she finds an ally in Louisa Trout, a single mother who introduces her to survival skills. Together, they face the challenges of their journey, testing the strength of their bond amidst a backdrop of adventure and uncertainty.