An Apache Princess: A Tale of the Indian Frontier

"An Apache Princess: A Tale of the Indian Frontier" by Charles King is a story set in the American Southwest during a time of conflict between settlers and Apache tribes, and it follows the life of Angela Wren, a soldier's daughter, and her complicated relationship with Lieutenant Neil Blakely, a man who challenges the rules. In the beginning, Angela's peaceful moment by a pool is interrupted by an Apache girl, leading to her first encounter with Lieutenant Blakely. As the story moves forward, her growing feelings for Neil clash with her father's protectiveness, hinting at the issues of identity and loyalty that are present throughout the narrative. The story also touches on the difficult relationships between different cultures.