Emily's Fortune

In this delightful adventure from Newbery Award winner Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, timid orphan Emily Wiggins faces a daunting journey after losing her parents. Accompanied by her loyal turtle, Rufus, she must navigate a treacherous path to her aunt Hilda’s home, all while evading the scheming Miss Catchum and her sinister Uncle Victor. With the help of a resourceful fellow orphan, Jackson, Emily embarks on a quest to uncover her inner strength and outsmart those who threaten her future. This witty tale of courage and friendship is set in a vividly imagined Wild West filled with humor and suspense.