From the Valley of the Missing

From the Valley of the Missing is a novel by Grace Miller White, written in the early 20th century. The story follows Scraggy Peterson, a young mother trapped in a violent relationship, and her child, whose safety is threatened by her partner, Lem Crabbe. The narrative explores themes of maternal love, survival, and the impact of social class, culminating in a desperate plea for help as Scraggy seeks to protect her child from a grim fate. The book also delves into the consequences of grief and resentment, as seen through the actions of a grieving husband who kidnaps twin children in a misguided quest for revenge.