The Plum Thicket

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Arkansas, the story follows Janice Holt Giles as she transitions from her successful writing career in Kentucky to explore her childhood memories in Altus. The visit sparks her creativity, shifting her focus from 1780 Kentucky to the rich history and landscape of western Arkansas in 1913, providing a fresh perspective for her next frontier romance. Through this journey, Giles intertwines personal nostalgia with historical narrative, capturing the essence of her roots and the evolution of her storytelling.