The Lost Trail

"The Lost Trail" by Edward Sylvester Ellis follows Jack Carleton, a 17-year-old boy who has been raised by his single mother after his father was killed on the frontier. To escape the dangers of their current homestead, Jack and his mother decide to pack up their lives and move further west in the hope of finding peace and better opportunities. However, danger is still lurking around every corner, and Jack must rely on his friendships and fortitude to survive.