Forever Stalwart in Utah: A Time of Refining

Volume Five reveals pioneer life in a new, unwanted, untamed desert and displays how through the refining process an industrious, devoted, stalwart people obeyed their God and made that desert blossom like a rose.

"And then it happened. March 1, 1850 Chief Walker rode his white horse to Morley's dugout and called to its owner. His squaw, among others rode with him. Never before had he threatened the colonists. He wanted them here on his land. They were friends.

Isaac Morley was not prepared for his senseless demand.

"Exchange papoose for colony!"

Stunned, Isaac could not comprehend the request, or rather, the demand. His bright-eyed baby boy? The love of his life? Sacrifice for the safety of the entire settlement? No, no. He was willing to give up anything else . . . but not his innocent eighteen-month-son! (page 71)

Introducing Volume Five