Thunder On the Ridge

When a light rain turns into a roaring mountain storm, twelve-year-old Eli Carter must lead his younger brother and sister across the Blue Ridge to safety. What should have been a simple two-mile walk home from the schoolhouse becomes a dangerous journey through blinding rain, crashing thunder, and rising waters that threaten to sweep them away.Lost in the storm and far from the familiar path, Eli must make hard choices to keep them moving; down steep slopes, through dark woods, and across a swollen creek. With each step, the mountain tests their courage, their strength, and their trust in one another.Thunder on the Ridge is a gripping historical adventure about survival, responsibility, and the quiet bravery it takes to lead when others are counting on you. Perfect for readers ages 9–12, this story brings the power of nature; and the strength of family; to life in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.